MAPS FOR A MORTAL MOON by Adil Jussawalla| Edited and Introduced by Jerry Pinto [Paperback]

The Best of Adil Jussawalla is a captivating collection of essays, showcasing the masterful prose of one of India's most esteemed writers, Adil Jussawalla. Poignant, witty, melancholic, and intense, these essays span four decades of his writing, reflecting on everything from language and poetry to death, addiction, and travel. Through his distinctive style, Jussawalla delves into a wide variety of subjects, including ethics, alienation, and personal experiences, such as his youth spent lost in cinema and his reflections on growing up in South Mumbai.

The essays bring to life a range of characters, from poets and novelists to construction workers and gamblers, offering profound insights into the human condition. The collection is a testament to Jussawalla's versatility as a writer, as he paints evocative images of personal and societal transformations. Edited by award-winning author Jerry Pinto, The Best of Adil Jussawalla is an essential read for anyone interested in the evolution of Indian literature and thought.