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Anand Rao

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Born

in Mumbai, India

Website

http://www.amazon.com/author/anandrao

Genre

Fiction, Contemporary, Thriller

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June 2014

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An Indian author based in Seattle who enjoys the life of adventure and travel, and a burgeoning corporate career. His personal and professional endeavors have connected him to people across the world providing a unique perspective on their aspirations and interactions. Interested in communicating ideas and narrating stories, he published his first book 'The Corner Office' in July 2014. The book examines the interaction of executives in a fast growing technology company confronted with a never seen before crisis. Author draws upon his corporate experience working with top executives but adds flavor and philosophy to the story. He aspires to continue writing stories that examine human behavior and potential. ...more

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What was your purpose in writing 'The Corner Office'? What does it mean?

Anand Rao Several readers have asked me the meaning and purpose of the book. I had an idea and purpose in mind as I wrote the book. However, I also believe that…moreSeveral readers have asked me the meaning and purpose of the book. I had an idea and purpose in mind as I wrote the book. However, I also believe that I, or the author, shouldn't necessarily dictate how the book is interpreted. So I leave a lot to reader’s imagination and let them draw their own meaning and conclusion. To answer the question, for me the book was about ‘The Corner Office’ in all of us. The ego that interprets data, provides perspective, analyses and draws conclusion. This is demonstrated by two opposing self-justified and validated arguments that are in conflict with each other. It is also prevalent in most of the characters point-of-view, the Company itself and how the story plays out. As for the ending, a conclusion that most readers were looking for would have defeated the very purpose of the book. (less)

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