‘He has helped us see what we would have otherwise missed.’—India Review of Books

‘Our very own resident Wordsworth.’—India Today

‘For those who seek a change of pace or a renewal of faith in life, his writings are like a refreshing mountain spring to bathe in.’—The Pioneer

One of India’s finest and most popular writers, Ruskin Bond is loved as much for the lyricism of his verses as for his classic stories. Tender and unsparing, understated but powerful, his poems reveal a deep connection with nature and appreciation for a surprising range of human emotions. This definitive collection of his poems, written over a lifetime, brings together themes as diverse as love, nostalgia, humour, family and friends, solitude and, of course, the joys found in spending time with nature. Now in a revised and expanded paperback edition, I Was the Wind Last Night is a timeless classic to enjoy or share, a treasured addition to every poetry lover’s bookshelf.

About the Author

Ruskin Bond is one of India’s most beloved and widely read authors, celebrated for his evocative writing about nature, childhood, friendship, family, and the quiet rhythms of everyday life. Born in Kasauli in 1934, Bond spent much of his life in the Himalayan foothills, landscapes that have deeply influenced his literary imagination. His writing is known for its simplicity, warmth, gentle humour, and close observation of people and nature. Over a career spanning more than six decades, he has written novels, short stories, essays, memoirs, poems, and books for children, creating memorable characters and timeless stories that appeal to readers across generations. His notable works include The Room on the Roof, The Blue Umbrella, A Flight of Pigeons, Rusty, the Boy from the Hills, and Our Trees Still Grow in Dehra. Bond has received several honours, including the Sahitya Akademi Award and the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan, recognising his enduring contribution to Indian literature.