Professor Chandra Follows His Bliss | 
pickChandra Shekhar is a 69-year-old professor of economics who missed the Nobel prize. On a random campus walk, he hits a bicycle and suffers a heart attack. The doctor advises him to take less stress and follow his bliss. Whether he does so or not is revealed in the book. Prof. has two daughters, Jasmine and Radha, and one son, Sunil. He is more inclined toward his elder daughter, Radha. Over time there relationship grew bitter. #autumnplease
bailedCharacters were not very likable. I was hoping for A Man Called Ove type book and didn‘t get there. 🤷♀️ oh well. Didn‘t finish in time for my book discussion so bailed on this one.
pickProfessor Chandra is a wonderful character — stodgy, flawed, contentious, contemptuous — yet vulnerable, insecure, lonely, repentent, and ridiculous enough to win our sympathy.
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pickPoor Professor Chandra has always been a rigid stickler to a routine in his life. Even after losing out again to the Nobel Prize for economics, he still refuses to make changes. That is until a bicycle accident and a small heart attack finally motivates him to follow his bliss. How does one do so? Well by reconnecting with his adult children who've scattered across the globe to get away from him and to forgive his ex-wife for starters.
pickA dear friend bought this book for me...I guess she thought I needed to find my true direction. It was fun to read, reminds me that I deserve a stay at Esalen!
so-soFine diversion. Most of the characters are mildly or moderately unlikable.
pick3.5🌟
This was a funny read with a great main character! Though a bit quirky and cantankerous I enjoyed the journey he goes on. A slower paced novel, very character driven, full of family drama.
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pickSomehow I fell in love with Professor Chandrasekha--Chandra to most, Charles to his ex-wife, the NOT winner of the Nobel Prize in economics (thus denying him the privilege of being the fifteenth member at his university to claim this title) and charming, fussy, prickly, often confused nearly 70-year old academic who suddenly finds himself forced into taking a sabbatical after an an accident and health scare. I was sad when the book was over.
In episode 44 of the Brit Lit Podcast, Rajeev Balasubramanyam talks about his novel PROFESSOR CHANDRA FOLLOWS HIS BLISS, what it was about the academic world that he wanted to explore in it, his meditation practice, why he loves California, and more. https://buff.ly/2Ij0n4K
pickThank you NetGalley for a copy of this book. This was such a delightful read, about a man on the cusp of seventy after having an accident decides to take a sabbatical and find his bliss. All the hijinks that go along with and the tender moments he has re-evaluating his relationships with his family are just really good. Really enjoyed this one.
pickIf you enjoy "feel good" novels, this one is for you. After a biking accident Professor Chandra begins to engage in some self-examination. He soon discovers that being highly educated doesn't mean you know it all. A timely reminder to enjoy the little things and a nice commentary on family, growth, and what it means to be successful in life. Overall, I enjoyed this one, though usually I shy away from these "happily ever after books" ⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
In the car with my husband for the last 3 hours and trying to find my own bliss despite his road rage 😂 Both of us are control freaks and hate when the other person drives ... Anyone else share this dilemma? 🚗🚦⛽
Today, I followed my bliss to my favorite place to spend my lunch hour, #parkroadbooks. Picked up my preorder (The Five - hooray for finally giving the victims a voice!!), a #blamebookriot book (If I Loved You Less), a book that‘s been on my radar since last year (Washington Black), and a couple of bookseller recommendations. Oh, and a cute tote bag and cards for #litsylove. I love #PRB and the staff there. ❤️#bookhaul #nofoodlunchhour
pickThis lovely little novel packs a much bigger punch than it's cover, blurb, or title would suggest. It does have the humor and lightheartedness that is implied, but there is some sneaky hidden gems in this one about life, family, self awareness, forgiveness and love. A wonderful book. #netgalley
pickBook: Professor Chandra Follows His Bliss
Author: Rajeev Balasubramanyam
Five million stars! If I could give this book more than five stars on Goodreads, I would! By page 10, I was chuckling at the humor. I found myself frustrated by characters‘ actions, almost like they were my own family members, and cheering when Professor Chandra had a win. REST OF REVIEW IN COMMENTS 📚 #booksbrewsandbooze #professorchandrafollowshisbliss
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Here‘s my starting lineup for books to read this week.
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“I could have been so much more,” was a refrain Chandra had heard for years, but he was never sure if his father was referring to his drinking, his widowhood, his failure to become a professional cricketer, or his position within the service. All he knew was that his father was incomplete, a circle three quarters drawn, and it had made him mean.” #professorchandrafollowshisbliss #booksbrewsandbooze #rajeevbalasubramanyam
What a wonderful surprise to come home to!!! Thank you so much for your package, @AmyG!!! 😍😍😍 I absolutely love those book sprouts 🌱 and this book looks so awesome!!! Many thanks for your 'thank you' gift!!! 🤗😘 #LitsyFriendsAreTheBest
1. Betta fish named Ozzie
2. None that are finalized
3. Walking, writing
4. Santa Fe, NM; St. Augustine, FL; Asheville, NC
5. When did you get your first library card?
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so-soMissing out on the Nobel prize pushes the revered Professor Chandra to reassess his life. Divorced, a son who seeks to outshine him, an estranged daughter and a youngest child who just wants Meaning. Whilst I did not love the characters, I appreciated their complexities and efforts to live more harmonious lives. Look beyond the spiritual jargon and economic hyperbole that gets thrown around like ammunition and find a quiet sense of contemplation.
