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Mahesh Bhatt
ISBN 9780143067160
Rs. 400
Penguin Books
A Taste of Life
Who it's for: Readers interested in unconventional spirituality and intimate memoirs of death
In 'A Taste of Life', acclaimed filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt offers an intensely personal and unvarnished account of the final days of U.G. Krishnamurti. Known as the 'anti-guru', U.G. Krishnamurti rejected all established beliefs, advocating for an individual's own truth and viewing enlightenment as a purely neurobiological state. This book chronicles Bhatt's bedside vigil, capturing U.G.'s uncompromising approach to life and, ultimately, his serene acceptance of death, without medical intervention.Why You Should Read? Gain unique insight into the unconventional philosophy of U.G. Krishnamurti, who dismantled accepted notions of spirituality and existence. Experience a raw, intimate memoir of observing death firsthand, offering profound reflections on mortality and the human condition. Explore how U.G. Krishnamurti's final moments can illuminate a path to living life on one's own terms. Delve into the personal narrative of Mahesh Bhatt as he grapples with the presence and passing of a deeply influential figure.
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- Chronicles the final days of U.G. Krishnamurti, known as the 'anti-guru'
- Offers an intensely personal and unvarnished account by filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt
- Explores U.G.'s rejection of established beliefs and his view of enlightenment as neurobiological
- Captures U.G.'s uncompromising approach to life and his serene acceptance of death without medical intervention
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Questions about this book
Who is U.G. Krishnamurti?
U.G. Krishnamurti was known as the 'anti-guru' for rejecting all established beliefs and advocating for an individual's own truth. He viewed enlightenment as a purely neurobiological state.
What is the book about?
The book is Mahesh Bhatt's personal account of the final days of U.G. Krishnamurti, chronicling his bedside vigil and capturing U.G.'s uncompromising approach to life and his serene acceptance of death without medical intervention.
Is this a biography of U.G. Krishnamurti?
It is a biography and autobiography, but it focuses specifically on the final days of U.G. Krishnamurti as witnessed by Mahesh Bhatt, offering a personal and unvarnished account.
What can readers gain from this book?
Readers gain insight into U.G. Krishnamurti's unconventional philosophy, experience a raw memoir of observing death, and explore reflections on mortality and living life on one's own terms.