Based on Chapter 1, why does the author invoke Goddess Saraswati and what attributes are ascribed to her?

The author invokes Goddess Saraswati in Chapter 1 because she is the Goddess of Speech and knowledge, and her grace is considered essential for any literary achievement. The author expresses a sense of humility, questioning, "Without the grace of this Goddess of Speech and Mother of the World, can any literature be achieved? How could I write this book?" The chapter describes her with several distinct attributes: she is the daughter of Brahma, holds the Brahma-veena in her hand, has red vermillion on her forehead, wears white clothes, and rides a swan. The author prays for her to make him an instrument to share the "nectar of the life of the capable Sai" with everyone.