The story begins on the road to the Himalayas. A boy from Kerala, driven by a restless curiosity and questions without answers, leaves behind the familiar world of his childhood and travels north in search of truth. There, in the high mountains, he encounters the mysterious master who will forever alter the course of his life, becoming an apprentice to one of the great keepers of ancient wisdom. In Apprenticed to a Himalayan Master, Sri M recounts his autobiography with a voice that blends the simplicity of a storyteller with the depth of a philosopher. The narrative draws the reader into a journey both perilous and illuminating, where everyday adventures intertwine with profound spiritual experiences, and where personal questions about meaning and purpose open gateways to universal knowledge. What makes this work remarkable is that its wisdom is never detached from life itself. The master appears in ordinary details, and insight arises not only through ritual but through the human experiences of the disciple. In this way, the reader becomes a fellow traveler, sensing that the search for truth is not distant or impossible but a path that begins within. Sri M (b. 1949) is a unique figure who bridges the local and the universal. Born into a Muslim family in Kerala, his passion for knowledge led him in his youth to the Himalayas, where he studied under revered teachers. On his return, he dedicated his life to teaching, writing, and fostering dialogue across cultures and religions. His works—including Shunya and On Meditation—established him as one of the most important contemporary voices in Indian spirituality, uniting ancient traditions with modern questions. Apprenticed to a Himalayan Master is not merely an account of a rare meeting between teacher and student. It is also a literary document that shows how true spirituality is inseparable from human experience. The book reminds us that the quest for truth is an act of courage, and within its pages, every reader may find a reflection of their own inner journey.