SynopsisThe author reflects on the discovery of mistakes and unacknowledged contributions. A significant moment involved recognition from an important national figure. Human beings often become hollow during profound experiences and events. The author notes diverse interpretations of historical occurrences by different individuals. This account presents a personal history of the country, including pre and post-independence events.People like me are destined to have our mistakes discovered, even if it is at a later date, while the services we render go unrecognised and unvalued. And yet, there he was, the most important person of the land, gazing at me, telling me silently, 'You too have contributed to this moment.' My joy was so great that I could not even shed happy tears! I suppose we humans empty out and become hollow beings in moments of great doings.I have tried reading the odd history book. And I have been amazed at how different people interpret the same things in completely different ways. Is there anything that we human beings agree on? Ten people write twenty different stories about what is in front of their own eyes. So, consider this the history of our country as witnessed by me alone. You will find here things that happened before and after our country became independent....do not expect that everything in here will be substantiated with evidence. People usually don't want that. Who knows what they want!Translated from Malayalam by Jayasree Kalathil ...moreElevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea.Subscribe Now