Amma is a tribute to my mother, who passed away earlier this year. The book traces her influence through successive years of my life, shaping my values, my convictions, and my world view. Once I got my father’s blessing to start my maiden literary venture, I set about writing the book. This book is a heartfelt and tearful tribute to my mother; the loveliest woman I ever knew. It is also a deep, reverential tribute to all mothers and to motherhood in general. May you continue to be God’s best representative on earth and inspire your children to aspire for something higher and something ennobling. I hope every son and every daughter picking up this book will find it resonating with their love and affection for their own mothers. Pranaams.