Our Trees Still Grow In Dehra

Our Trees Still Grow in Dehra is a deeply personal and evocative collection of autobiographical stories by Ruskin Bond that reflect his lifelong bond with nature, people, and places—particularly the charming town of Dehradun. In this collection, Bond weaves together memories of his childhood, youth, and the passage of time with a nostalgic tenderness that makes the ordinary feel timeless.

Through these short and soulful stories, readers witness the changing landscape of Dehra, the fading forests, old friendships, eccentric relatives, and the innocence of a bygone era. Bond’s reflections are simple yet powerful, revealing his sensitivity to both nature and human emotion. Whether he’s recalling a walk through the hills, the rustling of leaves in an orchard, or the laughter of a childhood friend, each piece is filled with warmth and quiet wisdom.

The collection also explores deeper themes—loss, environmental degradation, displacement, and the bittersweet nature of memory. But above all, it is a celebration of belonging and the quiet strength of one’s roots. The title story, in particular, is a moving reminder that while cities grow and time moves on, some trees—literal and symbolic—still stand tall.

Bond’s writing is as graceful as ever—gentle, lyrical, and emotionally resonant. This book is perfect for anyone who has ever longed for home, nature, or the simple joy of reliving old memories.

Now available on Bookdio for free pdf download, Our Trees Still Grow in Dehra is a touching gem in our free books download fiction collection—a must-read for lovers of memoir, nature writing, and heartfelt storytelling.