Journey to Nowhere: A Spiritual Comedy

This is the story of Rishi Anand, a University student of philosophy who is in search of universal principles which make the human life fulfilling. His quest to know the secret of lasting peace, joy, prosperity and happiness propels him to carry out journeys, within and without. Paul, Jaissy and Kalia are his three friends who act as cosmic jokers caring damn about anything smelling spiritual. Their only creed is laughter. Their interaction with each other provides a fertile ground for humor to sprout. Rishi and his friends carry out a journey to an Ashram in the holy city of Haridwar, India. The journey and the stay there is a comical saga which brings out the worldly wisdom and spiritual message at common meeting point. It also exposes the rot which has set in the conventional approach to religion. Rishi also visits USA and learns there the basic principles of effective living and core management skills. His search for enlightenment lands him in the company of a University Professor who teaches him certain meditation techniques which Rishi practices even in the thick of routine life without being noticed by anyone. Professor also unravels the timeless wisdom to the world by delivering high powered lectures in an unconventional manner. The lectures address the most fundamental questions bothering intelligent humans involving deep undercurrents of emotions like sin, guilt, charity, pain and suffering etc.. Prof. adopts a scientific approach to subtle psychological issues concerning ordinary humans and highlights the importance of awareness in day to day life. Rishi also falls in love with a girl Meera with whom he shares the essence of his learning. The book offers deep insights into the timeless principles to lead a meaningful and purposeful life.