Some may think this book is about poverty , illness, addiction, duty less parents . But , it's not. I can't believe it's real life. The adventures, genuine life , travelling showed me life is not about being comfortable living in homes , procuring things for leading a luxurious life. The author got a great father I should say . The family had very close intimacy with the nature . I loved it!! Amazing way of writing style created a joy for readers till the last . some feel death of his father is tragic , and due to his alcoholic habit that's true . But I loved his life's philosophy and living style . It's ok to be without home , food for somedays . one should not be afraid of not having them there is greater part of nature that teaches you how to survive happily without them.