The book is about the modern man's predicaments. The author says that the modern man has two problems-self multiplication and self forgetfulness. He discusses various phrases like 'knowledge is power' as applied to the present day situations. He has thought deeply over several topics and realized some truths which he has shared with the readers of this book. Reviewers have said that the book is more than a scientific or artistic study, it is deeper than both.
The author has categorically stated that a woman's position, as assigned by nature, is of equality to man but patriarchal view has made her subordinate and has not allowed her to flourish and flower. One of the Upanishads has declared woman to be Absolute and the author says that if Indians had taken this principle boldly we would have been a different people altogether. He has challenged many deep rooted beliefs. For example the Indian mind has been taught to look upon nature with reverence but, he says, nature's mood alternates between wickedness and causing people to suffer to tenderness. He has boldly put forth his views which are different and thought provoking.