Mind and Music is an interesting and informative book that looks at the genre of Thumri music through a psychological lens, highlighting its evolution, history and its subtle nuances. Thumri, largely considered to be the lasya ang of Khayal has, as its motif, the yearning of the soul for union with the Almighty. Meenakashi Prasad jis scholarship in psychology and music as a devoted performer of this art form, make an interesting analysis of the psychological aspects that create and sustain an artist pursuing this art form through a critical study of some of the well-known doyens of this art form. It is a book that makes a valuable addition to information on this genre of music that every music lover should read.