Inner Trek: A Reluctant Pilgrim in the Himalayas

A memoir of a road less traveled and a true story of self-discovery at 18,000 feet.

After being threatened by a Bangalore mob boss, retired Indian businessman Mohan Ranga Rao makes a vow: if he somehow gets out of the situation, he will thank the gods by going on Kailash Mansarovar-a holy mountain pilgrimage in Tibet. What starts out as merely a challenging high-altitude trek soon becomes a life-changing adventure. With a blend of humor, honesty, and keen insight, Mohan journeys toward a deeper understanding of himself and the world around him.

Awards and Accolades

- Grand Prize Winner for the CIBA 2022 HEARTEN Awards

- 2023 Best Indie Book Award Non-Fiction: Travel/Pilgrimage Winner

- 2024 Independent Press Award Distinguished Favorite

- Blue Ink "Starred" Review

- 5-Star Chanticleer Book Review