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Hold On to Your Dreams: A Letter to Young Friends by Ruskin Bond is an intimate and inspiring collection of reflections, crafted as a personal letter from the beloved author. Bond directly speaks to the reader, sharing the story of his life, his knowledge and ordinary life events, starting from birth and ending at old age, which gives the reader the intimacy of friendship rather than the anonymity of a spectator.
Unlike what is common in a memoir, on the eve of his ninetieth birthday Bond uses a letter format in the book which makes his work rather interesting to relate to. The clarity of his ideas and the energy that radiates from the text warms the heart, brings joy to the reader, young or old! The representation of the lovely quotes and the illustrations are amazing highlighting Bond’s outlook on life. He also stresses the importance of knowing how to enjoy life and enjoy desires that are simple. Be it an enduring affection for a strawberry milkshake or for a fine mountain hike which invites the readers to be content with the few happy moments. A major theme of the book as suggested in the title is that one should never relinquish one’s dreams, even if those are simple daydreams that shape our thinking positively. Bond’s words are some sort of comfort and encouragement to stand out during troubled circumstances in life are conveyed as a warm embrace. This is a heart-touching narrative of his take on life, the usual moments of joy, his comforting and encouraging sayings. Hold On to Your Dreams is more than just a visual treat; it’s a source of encouragement and a reminder to cherish the beauty of everyday moments. Whether you’re a long-time fan of Ruskin Bond or new to his works, this book will undoubtedly leave a mark on your heart. It is a timeless collection of learnings that urges us to embrace empathy, learn from our mistakes, and hold on to our dreams through life’s ups and downs.