"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 PalSparks from the Hearth is a collection of short stories engaging you on the sidelines of life and slowly leading you to the main terrains. The blower, the hearth and the sparks – all in unison conjure up the image of the embers of life, kept aglow with puffs of virgin breath. The dust and the soot blown off, the sparks are here for you to brush against.
“The style carries the author's signature.”
– Shri. Prabha Varma
“Remarkable blending of fact and fiction.”
– Dr. Wooday P Krishna
“Excels in capturing native sensibility in English.”
– Prof. Sarita Pradeep
“Celebrates time-tested values enriching life – social, philosophical and spiritual.”
– HG. Dr. Abraham Mar Seraphim
Mathew Panthanalil Thomas
Mathew Panthanalil Thomas was born in God’s own country. Groomed by nature, he picked up the rhythm of the day and the melody of the evening, unique to his village, Kangazha. A man in search of man, he sees God above religion and Christ above the church.
Mathew graduated from CMS College, Kottayam; received his Master’s degree in English from Bangalore University and MPhil from CIEFL, Hyderabad. Teaching has been a passion with him and in recognition of his services, the Government of Karnataka appointed him as a member of the Text Book Committee for the Second PU English Course Book, Ennoble and the Work Book, Enable. Deccan Herald and Y’s Men International have published some of his stories.
Mathew lives in Bangalore with his wife, Suprabha Bai Varma of Kilimanoor Palace.
Email: mathewthanal31@gmail.com
