Balli of Bagdih

I love the story of Balli of Bagdih. The story was narrated from the way back when his grandfather came to Bagdih leaving his home in Lahore after partition in search of jobs how close bagdih is to our hero Balli. In the story, we can see the various stages of his life from a newborn to a child who was so confident, kind and had empathy who dreamed to became an army man as it was his grandfather's wish.

We never really grow up, we only learn how to act in public - Bryan White.

I found it to be the right thing to say when it comes to Balli who since childhood was thinking of others and their happiness and empathizing. Each chapter starts with a quote that is apt for the chapter and the story narrated of Bali and Bagdih and his attachment to the city and the people around. Balli wants to leave his beloved Bagdih for personal reasons and he will come back to his Bagdih after years.

The story was narrated so well and was a fast-paced one which most love to read and is written in simple language.