CONDITION USED GOOD, MY YEARS WITH APU , A MEMOIR , SATYAJIT RAY , HARDCOVER , 1994

This is a deeply personal and insightful memoir in which the author recounts the making of his first three landmark films that transformed Indian cinema. Written near the end of his life, it traces his journey from leaving a secure career in advertising to facing early setbacks, financial struggles, and unprecedented technical and creative challenges. The narrative also reflects the encouragement he received from renowned international filmmakers and the eventual recognition and acclaim his work achieved both in India and abroad. Elegantly written and rich in reflection, the book offers a rare glimpse into the creative process of a master filmmaker and stands as a moving testament to artistic perseverance and vision.