Jasper Lal Chith, an accomplished aerospace engineer and graduate of IIT Bombay dedicated over three decades to ISRO, specializing in rocket propulsion. In his captivating debut book “The shattered glass and other stories from my life”, he shares his rich life experiences in a simple and engaging manner. This collection reflects the unique perspective of a rocket scientist while vividly portraying life in southern India during the 1960s. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to him on this remarkable achievement. -Dr Shashi Tharoor

“The Shattered Glass and Other Stories from My Life”, a collection of short musings by Jasper Lal Chith, is an absorbing tribute to nostalgia. Written in an easy-flowing style, “The Shattered Glass and Other Stories from My Life”, with its deft blending of anecdotes and mild social criticism, is an enjoyable read. -Khyrunissa A, Best-selling author and Columnist

The book is written in a simple, elegant and yet gripping manner. I assure you, you will never get bored in reading each article, but feel compelled to turn to the next one. I strongly recommend this book to all readers who find human life interesting. - M C Dathan, Space Scientist and former Director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, ISRO