Occupation Novelist Alma mater University of Kerala Education University of Kerala | Nationality Indian Genre Biography | |
K.P Joseph Kalarickal is an Indian writer of renowned books such as Gospel of Guru Sree Narayana, Notes on the era and other poems, Hormis: legend of a great banker with passion for development: biography of K.P. Hormis, founder of Federal Bank, Bishop Jonas Thaliath of Rajkot: a biography.
He was born in the temple town of Aluva on March 5 1930 in an orthodox Christian family and many of his books are derived from his personal experiences. An MA graduate from the University of Kerala, he has worked as a Consultant FAO of the United Nations . His writings embody a spirit of tolerance towards different ideas and beliefs and a genuine respect for all religions. He also worked for Cochin Shipyard and retired as Chief Manager Finance and Management Services .