Three Thousand Stitches
Three Thousand Stitches by Sudhā Mūrti, published by Penguin Books India in 2017, is a collection of real-life stories that explore the impact of simple acts of courage on the lives of others. Written in English and spanning 179 pages, this edition presents Mūrti’s reflections on her experiences through her work with the Infosys Foundation, her youth, and her travels. The narratives delve into her encounters with various communities, highlighting both the challenges and triumphs she faced, including her time as the only female student in her engineering college.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of experiences that unmask the complexities of human nature, showcasing the beauty and struggles inherent in everyday life. Mūrti candidly shares her insights on topics such as the devadasi community, the influence of Indian cinema, and the importance of kindness. Each story reflects a life lived with grace, offering a thoughtful examination of community, culture, and the resilience of women. This anthology invites readers to engage with the diverse narratives that shape our understanding of the world.
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So often, it’s the simplest acts of courage that touch the lives of others.
Sudha Murty–through the exceptional work of the Infosys Foundation as well as through her own youth, family life and travels–encounters many such stories . . . and she tells them here in her characteristically clear-eyed, warm-hearted way.
She talks candidly about the meaningful impact of her work in the devadasi community, her trials and tribulations as the only female student in her engineering college and the unexpected and inspiring consequences of her father’s kindness. From the quiet joy of discovering the reach of Indian cinema and the origins of Indian vegetables to the shallowness of judging others based on appearances, these are everyday struggles and victories, large and small.
Unmasking both the beauty and ugliness of human nature, each of the real-life stories in this collection is reflective of a life lived with grace.
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