Ancient River Bending

The Ancient River, the Ganges holds a physical and mystical fascination for all who visit India. Travellers over the centuries have been drawn to its sacred waters and many westerners have attempted to describe the river which itself symbolises the enigma that is India.

Charles Clark records his journey to the source of the Ganges in a way which highlights the spirituality of the people, and the often harsh way of life, which is so intriguing to outsiders. The river and magnificent scenery feature as a matter of course but the soul of India is embodied by the people, both local and fellow travellers, whom he meets along the way. His uncluttered descriptions and conversations leave readers to form their own opinions.

Charles Clark's journey begins in Delhi and takes him to the river's source at Gaumukh some 15000ft up in the Himalayas, close to the Tibetan border. One is left with a sense of awe and admiration for the inhabitants of this diverse country. Undoubtedly, the author will return to India and one rather hopes he will again meet many of the many Gurus and Holy Men, just to see how they are getting on and to continue his conversations!

What readers thought of Ancient River Bending

Having read very many books, published and unpublished, about travels in India this is one of the most satisfactory.This spiritual journey is not over played, dogmatic or pious, nor does it have the more aannoying traits of the convert or converter. There is a great awareness and honesty in the writing and, as I take it wisdom and useful travellers lore on nearly every page.The Author is an able guide to the sub-continent Richare Barnes Frontier Publishing.

I thought I would read the first couple of pages. In fact I didn't put the book down until page 100 - an interesting story which held my attention throughout. Rikki, osho Leela community , Dorset

From the very outset I was totally absorbed. The reader is brought immediately into the midst of the sights, sounds and smells of India. I was hooked by the strange encounters to be had in this country. Kathryn Henderson, Durham

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