Stories to Live By

‘Whether by accident or design,
We are here.
Let’s make the most of it, my friend.
Make happiness our pursuit,
Spread a little sunshine here and there.’

Whether it is during our school days, in adulthood or even in old age, our life is nothing but a sum
of memories we’ve created with people. These memories, whether good or bad, hold the power to
make us feel joy, love or grief—all of which makes us human.

Stories to Live By brings you some loving and endearing stories which are sure to take you down
memory lane. Indulge in the simple and wholesome charm of Ruskin Bond’s prose through this
collection of tales that involves recollections of fun times with school friends, one-time meets with
intriguing strangers and memories of times spent with one’s family.