This nature journal of Delhi by Anuradha Kumar-Jain follows the changing seasons as they play out day after day in an uncompromisingly urban landscape.
Delhi, while lying in the tropics, is sufficiently distant from the equator to enjoy largely distinct seasons, each of which brings with it its own flavour—from the golden cascades of laburnum in summer to the indigo skies of monsoon, the riotous blooms of winter and the nesting birds of spring.
Life and nature thrive everywhere; birds sing, trees burst into new leaves, flowers bloom, butterflies flutter by, clouds scud across the sky; each at their own pace and at their appointed hour, as if keeping time with some unsung melody. This book urges the reader to stop, listen, observe and maybe even reconnect with this magical performance that is enacted everywhere, every day, even in a bustling metropolis like Delhi. It is a reminder that nature is all around us; in the chirping of house sparrows, nostalgia of petrichor, fragrance of jasmine on sultry evenings, fluttering down of leaves in March. It is our oft-neglected friend, our haven of tranquillity.
The beautiful illustrations by Bahaar Meera Jain bring alive Anuradha’s highly evocative nature writing. Delhi: A Nature Journal could be cathartic even, if only we were to pause and let our surroundings calm us, heal us.
Review
‘Delhi: A Nature Journal by Anuradha Kumar-Jain, beautifully illustrated by Bahaar Meera Jain, captures the evocative seasons of Delhi, intertwining its urban landscape with the natural world. This journal invites readers to connect with the rhythms of nature, showcasing the city’s vibrant ecosystems—its birds, plants, flowers, changing skies, animals and water bodies. Through stunning visuals and reflective prose, it offers both an escape and a reminder, encouraging a slower pace, in harmony with nature’s cycles. In an era of critical climate action, this journal is a vital reminder of the importance of preserving our natural environment.’
—Amitabh Kant, G20 Sherpa, Government of India, and Former CEO, NITI Aayog
‘Anuradha’s eyes become the windows to Delhi’s soul in the remarkably written and beautifully illustrated Delhi: A Nature Journal. Delhi rarely gets recognized for the treasure trove of its natural beauty, in the form of its sprawling nature, archaeological parks and flourishing tree cover. The author has made it possible to look at the unseen delights of the city that ironically hide in plain sight.
The fascinating diversity of the species in Delhi, their behaviour and the interesting patterns of their interactions are well presented. They hold valuable lessons on nature’s harmony to make things work. The beautiful and vivid descriptions of the natural world captured by the author invoke a feeling of “Biophilia”, the inherent human bond with nature comes alive amidst busy urban life. This book serves as a great example of how urban biodiversity and its conservation can be part of modern society. Delhi: A Nature Journal is a real inspiration to take a moment every day and im
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