Twenty Five Years in Kashmir

The narrative offers a personal account of John Ray's tenure as Principal of the Biscoe School in Srinagar from 1962, capturing a vibrant tapestry of life involving diverse figures like hippies, politicians, and local citizens. It reflects on a bygone era filled with adventurous school activities, illustrated by Jyoti Sahi's evocative drawings of the disappearing Kashmiri landscape. Wajahat Habibullah's introduction provides a poignant contrast between the past's nostalgia and the current challenges faced by the region.