How I Taught My Grandmother to Read: And Other Stories by Sudha Murty (Paperback)

Discover the remarkable life of Sudha Murty, a renowned teacher, social worker, and bestselling author, through her inspiring and heartwarming true-life tales. In this charming collection of stories, Sudha recounts her experiences teaching her grandmother the alphabet, sharing a train ride with the President of India, and receiving more marks than she deserved from her teacher. Along the way, she shares valuable lessons about doing what is right, realizing your dreams, and making a difference in the world.

One of the engaging stories in the book is about one of her students who frequently skipped school, while another tale shares how her mother's advice to save money came in handy when she helped her husband start a software company. In another story, she fulfilled a promise to her grandfather to ensure that her village library would always have an ample supply of books.

Sudha Murty is a prolific writer in English and Kannada, and her books, including novels, technical books, travelogues, and non-fictional pieces, have been translated into all major Indian languages. She is the chairperson of the Infosys Foundation and has received numerous awards, including the R.K. Narayan Award for Literature and the Padma Shri in 2006 and the Attimabbe Award from the government of Karnataka for excellence in Kannada literature in 2011.

Discover the joys of Sudha Murty's real-life tales and the importance of courage, determination, and living a life of purpose. The book is available for purchase online, so you can experience the inspiring tales of Sudha Murty and her life lessons for yourself.