My mother in 1952 shortly after her wedding:
And a few years later:
And in 1992, with my daughter Lila:
And yesterday, in Kolkata, at the Indian release of ‘River of Smoke’ which is dedicated to her, as a gift for her 80th birthday:
What marvelous photographs, and how happy she must be to see “River of Smoke.” A book, and a grand-baby!
Dear Amitavda,
It was a pleasure meeting you at Crossword yesterday. I have always been a great lover of your writings and having met you a few times I greatly appreciate your warmth and humbleness. There’s indeed a lot to learn from you. Stay well. All the very best.