Welcome to A Book A Day, your lucky escape into the world of books. Broadcasting from a beautiful Himalayan town in India called Dharamshala, this podcast will take care of your literary diet.

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Hi 👋🏼 I’m Deepak Rana, your literary companion. When I’m not soaking in the Himalayan vibes, you’ll find me either nose-deep in a book or scribbling away. Rumour has it that I once tried to have a conversation with my bookshelf, but it turned out they’re more into silent stories. So, I switched on the mic and started this show.

Essays in Idleness – Tsurezuregusa – Yoshida Kenkō A Book A Day – A Literary Podcast from India

Essays in Idleness (Tsurezuregusa), written by the 14th-century Japanese monk Yoshida Kenkō around 1330–1332, is a masterpiece of medieval literature and a staple of the zuihitsu ("follow-the-brush") genre. This collection of 243 short, loosely connected vignettes captures profound reflections on impermanence, the beauty of solitude, and the appreciation of fleeting, mundane moments.In this episode I narrate a few passages from the collection.About A Book A Day podcast: This podcast is hosted by author Deepak Rana, coming to you from the serene heights of the Himalayas. Every episode brings you powerful ideas, timeless wisdom, and life-changing stories—one book at a time.📚 Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or just a good read, there's something here for every curious mind.🔗 Visit Kalampedia for more book-based resources, bibliotherapy insights, and literary deep dives.📩 For feedback, suggestions, or collaborations, write to us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com📍Don’t forget to follow, like, and share the podcast with fellow booklovers.▶️ Watch our episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X. #booktube #booktok #bookpodcast #indianpodcast #indianbookpodcast #indianliterarypodcast #literarypodcast
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