"It was a wonderful experience interacting with you and appreciate the way you have planned and executed the whole publication process within the agreed timelines.”
Subrat SaurabhAuthor of Kuch Woh Pal
The title of this book, Trails of Thought, was selected to indicate the similarity between the experiences of a hiker and those of a thinker. As my thoughts navigate through the thickets of biases, assumptions, preconceptions, traditions and customs, faith and doubt, love and hate, compassion and callousness, they often paint pictures in the form of words the outcome of which can be quite astonishing and unanticipated.
Our minds are like a vast landscape of mountains and valleys, oceans and deserts, forests and plain land., shaping the topography of our very being. As hikers follow trails through a dense forest or a craggy mountain, our thoughts guide us through the depths, twists and turns of our minds, thus helping us discover the nadirs of our consciousness and the mysteries of life in and around us. Each thought–however weird, is a stepping stone in pinning down the
imaginations in our minds-resulting in discovering hidden treasures and unlocking the mysteries that lie within, resulting in an exquisite and exhilarating worldview. Each thought being unique – is oft influenced by our experiences and tacit knowledge, deepening our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
Crystal David John
"Crystal David John, a Ph.D. in Economics, is a strong feminist and an active advocate of gender justice. A distinguished scholar and beloved teacher, writer, artist and poet she has dedicated her lifetime in the pursuit of knowledge. Her stories, cryptic comments and stimulating classroom lessons, all the time encouraging students to think and be original- have always made her a favourite among her students and friends. Her one-of-a-kind teaching, elusive sarcasm, exclusive sense of humour combined with concern and compassion appealed to students from all walks of life.
The poetry she has compiled in this book - “Trails of Thought” powerfully captures her distinct outlook on life. The diverse range of perspectives presented in this book is both unmatched and characteristic of her individual style and approach to life. Through her poems, Crystal leaves behind a lasting legacy as an educator, mentor, advisor, confidante, loyal companion, a ruthless critique, a keen observer of humanity, and a wellspring of motivation.
