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Ponder Awhile

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I looked inside the book before purchasing it and liked the poem that was shown. Well low and behold, when I received the book, I realized that it was indeed the only nice poem afterall. I am most disappointed with this book!

In the pages of Ponder Awhile, poet Mohit Misra takes the reader on an introspective journey through the unexplored depths of the heart and soul. Touching on a variety of topics, ranging from life to love to war to the nature of God Himself, Misra's collection expounds on questions that have haunted the corners of the human mindscape for centuries, offering his own thought-provoking insights along the way.

Consider, for example, this passage from "What":

"What we have been taught is so full of rot,
Such beauty lies when it is all shot.
Whatever you do try your best,
Unto God leave the rest."

And this one from "God":

"What have I to do with god?
You are his creation, you are a part of him.
When do I see, meet god?
Whenever you really decide to,
When you want nothing."

Such passages are reflective of the overall philosophical tone of Misra's collection - one that will certainly strike a chord deep within the more progressive thinkers who read it.

At times, Misra also successfully turns his insights inward, offering the reader a profound glance into the inner workings of his own heart and mind, keenly illustrated by this passage from "Idiot":

"Fool make some money some people shout,
Poetry you will die broke without a doubt.
I must write I keep telling them,
I have been given the signs to use the pen."

And in this one from "Once Again":

"Sometimes I feel I will never learn,
From the mistakes I made
when I crashed in my last turn.
As much as I laugh I must cry,
Simple rules of this game before I die."

For the simple, yet penetrating stances that it takes on the full gamut of emotion and experience, Ponder Awhile provides the reader with an eye-opening look into the deeper recesses of our collective human soul. An enjoyable read, and one that is sure to leave many substantially more enriched for having read it.


Wendy Paulson
Apex Reviews

If I could rate this poetry book lower than 1 star, I would. Unfortunately, I cannot. The poetry shows a complete lack of development and talent. At times the poems are actually ridiculous and appear as if they have been written by a small child. The only question they made me ponder was "Why the heck was this book ever written?"

written from the heart , this book of poems exemplifies the essence of our human soul in its simplicity...an fantastic read that really makes one 'Ponder Awhile'

Ponder awhile is one one of the most soul searching books of prose i have read in a long time-its simplistic style allows the reader to draw their own spirituality and explore the inner self.he derives his soulfulness from his own life experiences-gentle but awakening.

Mohit has composed a collection of very lovely poems, with a lot of deep insights written in uncomplicated simple words. When Mohit first approached me to design his website - I was delighted... and at the same time my experience told me that it will be very challenging and difficult for Mohit to sell poetry online. However, Mohit has been persistent and driven to make this a success - and I request all book lovers, readers and poets to support and encourage Mohit by purchasing his book of lovely poems. The poems can be read and enjoyed over and over again. This is a book you will truly cherish to have as part of your collection.

Some of the most poignant prose I have come across, in relating to all aspects of religion and spirituality through harmony and unity of purpose. Mohit, crystallises all the main themes of life and its transition into beautiful and simple language, giving the reader a basis for considering these moving criteria easily and thoughtfully. Really it is a very useful tool, when trying to understand these deep and often seemingly complex questions.

In 2003, while sailing in the Atlantic ocean, merchant sailor Mohit Misra had a moment of enlightenment. So much so, the previously confirmed atheist gave up his career to begin writing and convey his thoughts through couplets/dohas. The result is a collection of poems found in Ponder Awhile.

Honestly, poetry is not my typical reading genre; readers of this review should keep that in mind. I found some of Mohit's offerings did cause me to ponder awhile. Those dealing with religion, governments, and being one people without prejudice were the more powerful offerings. To me poetry, like any good novel, movie, or art, causes one to reflect, take notice and delve a little deeper into the human condition. A few of these poems did just that for me.

The remainder of the book is filled with some other creative though simple poems of everyday life which did not stay with me as much. The poems about women seemed somewhat superficial but perhaps this was purposely done by the author to convey the emotions and reactions he was having were also superficial yet powerful, consuming, fleeting, and sometimes confusing.

Overall, an eclectic selection of poems.

These poems do make you stop and ponder...Mohit has written from the heart, and his poetry reflects that. He uses the medium of rhyme to convey his deepest experiences of life, and beyond.
These poems do help you see the world from his eyes, and make you think.
Keep it up! and All the Best!

This collection of poems stimulates deep thought about life, death and religion. Unlike many other spiritual texts the author and his writing do not attempt to impose his views upon others, but they make subtle suggestions about day to day follies and misunderstandings about god and religion. This is a book for anyone seeking for a deeper meaning of our existance and at the same time is fun to read. Mohit through his poems truly demonstrates his love and respect for people and life and most of all god. This book may be way ahead of our times for some but will reach out to many.