Indian Sun: The Life and Music of Ravi Shankar

Indian Sun is a compelling biography of Ravi Shankar, tracing his journey from Indian villages to global musical enlightenment. Oliver Craske renders classical Indian music with clarity and lyrical storytelling, charting Shankar’s spiritual and artistic evolution. Readers learn of his collaborations with Western icons like George Harrison and his role in bringing sitar to global audiences. The book situates music within broader political and cultural shifts, including India’s independence and East-West artistic exchanges. It’s rich in detail yet accessible, capturing Shankar as musician, mystic and bridge between worlds.