Conscience Pricked
“Conscience Pricked” is a captivating collection of ten real-life inspired stories that shed light on various social evils and human emotions through the lens of sarcasm, humour, and empathy. Each story carries a powerful message, provoking readers to reflect on morality, society, and the quiet voice of their own conscience. Written with authenticity and insight by Dr. Manish Gupta, this book is a heartfelt portrayal of life’s truths — simple, sincere, and strikingly real.
About The Author
Dr. Manish Gupta is a distinguished academician and author with a Doctorate Degree and Gold Medal in Economics. With over twenty-three years of experience in the field of education, he currently serves as the Principal of Chief Minister School of Excellence (Girls), Pakur, in the state of Jharkhand.
His insightful writings stem from real-life experiences and deep social awareness. Having authored numerous articles in national and international journals, Dr. Gupta uses his sharp intellect and literary flair to highlight social realities with wit, satire, and subtle humour.
Through his work, he sheds light on everyday struggles, moral dilemmas, and the unnoticed ironies of life — urging readers to pause, reflect, and listen to their inner conscience.
About the Book — Conscience Pricked
“Conscience Pricked” is a collection of ten thought-provoking stories, each inspired by true incidents from real life. With a perfect balance of humour, satire, and emotional depth, these stories delve into the heart of social evils that plague our society.
Every narrative carries a message — a mirror to our collective conscience — compelling readers to question the world around them while still finding hope in humanity.
Some stories will make you laugh, others will move you to tears, but each one will leave a lasting impression. As the author himself has lived through and experienced the realities of poverty and struggle, his storytelling resonates with truth and authenticity rarely found in fiction.
“Such stories can only be written by one who has truly lived them.”
Total pages
72 pages
Publication Date
23 September 2025
Publisher
BlueRose Publishers Pvt. Ltd.
Reading age
13 years and up
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