The Five Lessons of Life - Softcover

Adams, Bill

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0712670750 ISBN 13: 9780712670753

Publisher: Random House UK, 2000

Synopsis

In the north Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, high in the Himalayas, is an ancient land steeped in legend. It was here that Bill Adams, on vacation with his family, met Sangratan the Amchi. Sangratan, a healer, was a man of extraordinary powers who traveled from farm to farm dispensing medicines and knowledge. Adams was intrigued and sought him out. Soon Sangratan began teaching him "the Five Lessons of Life," and Adams realized he had stumbled upon a man who could offer advice that was both profound in its simplicity and powerful in its practicality. This is the true story of the meetings between these two men, and the author's attempt to pass on Sangratan's teachings to all who seek to improve the quality of their lives, to cope when faced with problems, to live harmoniously with others, and to discover what is truly important.

About this title

From the Inside Flap:

In the north Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, high in the Himalayas, is an ancient land steeped in legend. It was here while walking that Bill Adams met Sangratan the Amchi. When Sangratan began teaching him the Five Lessons of Life, Adams soon realized he had stumbled across a man with advice both profound in its simplicity, and deeply powerful in its practicality. Here he tells the story of their meetings and shares Sangratan's teachings.

About the Author:

Bill Adams works for a large computer software company in India and heads a soccer academy. He lives in New Delhi with his Indian wife, a school headmistress.

About this edition

• Publisher: Random House UK
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0712670750
• ISBN 13: 9780712670753
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 174