 An entrancing travelogue.. Once the journey begins, the witty, incisive reflections give the reader a feeling of actually being there with the author. ..just not to be missed. |
| — Twist ‘n Tales Bookstore, Pune. |
Ajit Harisinghani proves his bike can be a purring kitten as well as a rancorous lover.  grips you with awe and hilarity, spirituality and atheism - equally. That’s the balance. |
| — Dr. Geeta V Koppikar, Director, Breach Candy Hospital, Mumbai |
An enthralling account of a mystic journey to the top of the world. |
| — Kanishk Saxena, Mumbai |
is a lively book which shares a thrilling, wonderful and adventurous experience. The descriptions of incidents, different places, roads and climatic conditions are so clear that I could literally visualise them. Here is a fantastic author who has been inspiring for me. |
| — Ajinkya Kulkarni, Baramati |
It was an amazing read, … This book has very well illustrated the emotions that one encounters on the ride. |
| — Pawan Ambaderkar, Pune |
My wife and I really enjoyed reading ….. great writing style, humorous and wicked! |
| — Gautam Gupta, NOIDA. |
An engrossing journey. Thoroughly enjoyable. |
| — Dr. Kunal Mehta, Bharatiya Vidyapeeth, Pune. |
It was a fast read and very enjoyable. What a great opportunity to have the time and desire to travel so extensively. The only things that I know of India are what I read or see on TV which of course usually show the crowded cities or the Taj Mahal. I really enjoyed the peace and tranquility as well as some excitement along the way. I know I will never be able to see your great country but you certainly whet my appetite to know more. |
| — J Collins, Pennsylvania, USA |
Ajit’s is a journey of passion and energy and his narration of it is so vivid and compelling that I found myself riding pillion. With him I could experience the loneliness of the long-distance rider, with him, I was filled with wonder at the yogi’s story and with him, I cried after meeting young soldiers and wondered if they would ever return home. This book is truly startling in the range of emotions it evokes. |
| — Indira Chowdhury, Writer, Bangalore |
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| — Max Babi, Scientist, Author. Pune |
Ajit effortlessly transports you from Pune to Delhi onto Ladakh. If ever there was an adventure strung journey, this is it, and makes a thoroughly enjoyable pacy read. |
| — Annu Sharma, Editor, ‘Driving Holidays in the Himalayas’ series, Rupa |
This is the only book I read twice at a stretch so as not to miss anything. is just “un-put-down-able.” |
| — Vivek Nayak, Mumbai |
Simply fantabulous! This book has the power to transport any reader all the way across our unique country to the wild snowy lands of Ladakh. An exciting adventure worth reading again and again and again. |
| — Maujiza ‘Mimi’, Student, Fergusson College, Pune. |
This is a delightful book. A refreshing and lively read. Funny, often hilarious, it is full of unexpected situations, filled with adventure that should take the general reader and the intrepid traveler on an exciting tour of the Himalayas. Completely captivating. |
| — Brig. (Retd.) Vivek Sapatnekar, VSM |
An extremely enjoyable ride. This book made me feel good about the human spirit. |
| — Gayatri Chatterjee, Author |
is a down-to-earth book which takes you on an arduous yet droll dream journey through the misty Himalayan mountains. This book has it all - the chutzpah of an adventurer, the raw vein of an earthy jester and the eyes of William Wordsworth.
It’s Amazing. It’s Awesome! |
| — Dr. Vibha A. Murarka, Dermatologist, Mumbai Port Trust Hospital |
Now here’s a brilliantly talented writer who, with no great prior preparedness, has the guts & gumption to bike across from one end of the country to the other, ready to deal with situations as they emerge and tell us things we rarely hear about this wonderful land called India.
is a marvelous book. I haven’t read anything better in a long long time. |
| — K.D. Krishnanand |
I have just finished reading and am writing to tell you how much I have enjoyed it. Like you I have white hair being 68 years of age and have loved my Royal Enfield Bullet which I bought in 2004 like no other bike I have owned. I have been riding motorcycles on and off for 53 years and have never lost my love for this mode of travel. There is no other way which allows you to travel alone with your thoughts and peace that a bike gives you. I am Scottish but am presently living in Spain and have enjoyed sitting in the Spring sunshine with your book. I don't know that I will ever be able to replicate such an epic journey but thank you for letting me dream. I sincerely hope that it encourages many more people to get the pleasure I have enjoyed with your book. |
| — Frank M, Spain |
Inspirational Book.
Read ur book...was fun-tasteic..i haven't read any travel books...this was first for me .and neither I am a chronic reader...but this one was captivating and inspirational as well..specially the way events and thoughts were described were pretty simple and any smalltime traveler can develope association. Also devoid of any philosophical and of typical writeristic attitude it helps to bring out the raw taste of the journey.
I stay in pune, so would like to meet u sometime....whenever it may be convenient to u ..as i am also planning to go leh..in this june ...so meeting u will help me in that regard as well. Kindly let me know whenever u r free. |
| — Swapnil |
I have just finished reading your book, , the autographed copy.
I have enjoyed it immensely. Your casual and easy to read style made it very enjoyable. Your avid descriptions of the terrain and the people you encountered made me feel I was making this journey myself.
I understand you are in the process of writing a book about your life in the U.S.
Good Luck. You have the makings of a great author! |
| — Dr. Mrs. R. Abdulla, Pune |
Good job with the book. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
If you are in Bandra please call me. |
| — Clement D, Mumbai |
Just finished reading your book and was inspired beyond words!
Although I'm not a biker, I have tremendous respect for the Enfield Bullet as a friend of mine used to have one during our college days. I used to drive his bike once in a while and have always wanted to own a Bullet of my own, but ever since I met with a terrible accident on a motorcycle, my mom's petrified of two wheelers (although I'm not!). So these days, I drive a Jeep and am an active member of a pan India offroading club. A few of us Jeepers are in the process of finalizing plans of driving from Bangalore to Leh in Aug-Sep 2009 so I'd love to hear more from you in person.
Hoping to meet with you, or at least have a chat with you over phone. |
| — Dhwanit Patel |
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