From the Book - First U.S. edition
Map of the Indian Subcontinent, 2020
The Sitar (Ravi Shankar Model)
The Octave in Indian Classical Music
Ragas created by Ravi Shankar
Talas commonly used by Ravi Shankar
Introduction: An Unending Quest.
I. Star Formation, 1920-1944. Benares
The path of most resistence.
II. The Sun Rising, 1944-1956. Mumbai made me
III. Wandering Star, 1956-1965. Like driving through a mist
A compromise to suit other purposes
IV. Superstar, 1965-1970. The Sitar Explosion
V. Perpetural Orbit, 1970-1987. Dream, nightmare and dawn
VI. Evening Sun, 1987-2012. Shanti Mantras
Epilogue: The Sun Won't Set.