Richard Eggenberger (Narad) is a highly regarded poet, writer, opera singer and horticulturist. He is the author of a number of books of poetry and volumes on gardening, including The Handbook on Plumeria Culture, The Handbook on Oleanders, Gardening for the Soul, Flowers for the Soul, and Roses for the Soul. He is also the author of the ten volume series Inspiration from Savitri, Sri Aurobindo's magnum opus, and the longest epic poem written in English, as well as the book, Homage to the Service Tree.