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The Commonwealth Of Cricket

When Ramachandra Guha began following the game in the early 1960s, India was utterly marginal to the world of cricket: the country still hadn't won a Test match overseas; by the time he joined the Board of Control for Cricket in India, fifty years later, India had become world cricket's sole superpower. The Commonwealth of Cricket is a first-person account of this astonishing transformation. The book traces the entire arc of cricket in India, across all levels at which the game the game is played: school, college, club, state, country. It presents vivid portraits of local heroes, provincial icons, and international starts. Cast as a work of literature, The Commonwealth of Cricket is keenly informed by the author's scholarly training, the stories and sketches narrated against a wider canvas of social and historical change. The book blends memoir, anecdote, reportage and political critique, providing a rich, insightful and rivetingly readable account of this greatest of games as played in the country that has most energetically made this sport its own.

Mahabharat To Bharat @2025

Embark on an enlightening journey through 'Mahabharat to Bharat @2025' by Madhav Joshi, a thought-provoking exploration that bridges ancient wisdom with modern India's aspirations. This compelling book draws fascinating parallels between the epic Mahabharat and contemporary India, offering unique perspectives on the nation's trajectory towards 2025. The author masterfully weaves historical insights with future possibilities, examining how age-old principles from this timeless epic can illuminate India's path forward. With its striking cover featuring an intricate ancient wheel juxtaposed with modern space achievements, this book promises to be an engaging read for anyone interested in India's cultural heritage and its modern transformation. Perfect for history enthusiasts, policy makers, and readers curious about India's evolving narrative in the global landscape.

Invest In Your Attitude

OUR ABILITY TO PROSPER IN THE FACE OF ADVERSITY IS DRIVEN BY A WINNING MINDSET Invest in Your Attitude is a roadmap to a more resilient attitude that will help you successfully navigate sudden change, overcome surprise difficulties, and generate positive outcomes. You will learn how to invest in your most important asset—your attitude! Following the suggestions in this book will lead to an overflowing sense of hope, confidence, and resilience. They will also help you to improve your self-regard, create healthier relationships, increase your productivity, and get more satisfaction out of life. Don’t mistake this book for just another “positive thinking” guide. There are plenty of those, and many of them have merit. This book is intended for people who are tired of saying they want to improve their lives and are finally ready to do whatever it takes to enhance their health and relationships, their finances, and their careers. If you fall into this category, then this book is for you.

Invisible Helix

'The Japanese Stieg Larsson' The Times Detective Galileo, Keigo Higashino's best loved character from The Devotion of Suspect X, returns in a case where hidden history, and impossible crime, are linked by nearly invisible threads in surprising ways. The body of a young man is found floating in Tokyo Bay. But his death was no accident-Ryota Uetsuji was shot. He'd been reported missing the week before by his live-in girlfriend Sonoka Shimauchi, but when detectives from the Homicide Squad go to interview her, she is nowhere to be found. She's taken time off from work, clothes and effects are missing from the apartment she shared. And when the detectives learn that she was the victim of domestic abuse, they presume that she was the killer. But her alibi is airtight-she was hours away in Kyoto when Ryota disappeared, forcing Detectives Kusanagi and Utsumi to restart their investigation. But if Sonoko didn't kill her abusive lover, then who did? A thin thread of association leads them to their old consultant, brilliant physicist Manabu Yukawa, known in the department as "Detective Galileo." With Sonoko still missing, the detectives investigate other threads of association-an eccentric artist, who was Sonoko's mother figure after her own single mother passed; and an older woman who is the owner of a hostess club. And how is Sonoko continuing to stay one step ahead of the police searching for her? It's up to Galileo to find the nearly hidden threads of history and coincidence that connect the people around the bloody murder- which, surprisingly, connect to his own traumatic past-to unravel not merely the facts of the crime but the helix that ties them all together.

The Mysterious Affair At Styles

Returning from the Great War, Captain Arthur Hastings is invited by his friend John Cavendish to stay at beautiful Styles Court, owned by his stepmother Emily Inglethorp, where he resides with his family. Despite the manor’s idyllic exterior, Hastings soon realizes that all is not right within the grounds – relations between the residents are clearly strained, some more so than others. When Mrs. Inglethorp is discovered dead in her room one night, suspicions abound and her new husband Alfred immediately falls under scrutiny, though there is only circumstantial evidence to prove it. Tempers flare and tensions are high, but fortunately Hastings’ old friend, a retired Belgian ex-police detective named Hercule Poirot is residing nearby and provides his assistance in the matter. The Mysterious Affair at Styles was Agatha Christie’s first published novel, and the first book to introduce the magnificent Hercule Poirot and his “little grey cells” to the world, and it remains one of her most memorable works to date.

Job Be Damned

Do you think you’re a hardworking professional who has a lot to offer? Are your ideas brighter than everyone else’s in your team? Did you deserve a standing ovation after your last performance appraisal? Even if the answer to these questions is a resounding yes, do you still find yourself trailing behind corporate losers – the devil boss who takes all the credit; the slimy politician who stole your promotion; the sweet-talking weasel whom everyone seems to love? Job Be Damned is the kick in the backside that you so desperately need. This book recognizes that you are an average employee and ensures that, by the time you’re done reading it, you’ll be the best average employee there can be. You will gain a unique perspective to help navigate every tricky workplace situation–and unmatched bullshit-doling and handling capabilities to wing it through your spectacularly unexciting job. After all, isn’t that what corporate success is all about?

King of Wrath

Ruthless. Meticulous. Arrogant. Dante Russo thrives on control, both personally and professionally. The billionaire CEO never planned to marry - until the threat of blackmail forces him into an engagement with a woman he barely knows: Vivian Lau, jewellery heiress and daughter of his newest enemy. It doesn't matter how beautiful or charming she is. He'll do everything in his power to destroy the evidence and their betrothal. There's only one problem: now that he has her . . . he can't bring himself to let her go. Elegant. Ambitious. Well-mannered. Vivian Lau is the perfect daughter and her family's ticket into the highest echelons of high society. Marrying a blue-blooded Russo means opening doors that would otherwise remain closed to her new-money family. While the rude, elusive Dante isn't her idea of a dream partner, she agrees to their arranged marriage out of duty. Craving his touch was never part of the plan. Neither was the worst thing she could possibly do: fall in love with her future husband.

Ram C/o Anandhi

THEIR STORY WILL STEAL YOUR HEART... When aspiring filmmaker Ram leaves peaceful Alleppey for bustling Chennai, he dreams of making movies and writing novels. Instead, he meets Anandhi. She's fierce. He's ambitious. She's a receptionist at his film school. He's the student who drives her crazy. Neither expects to fall in love. But as their hostility turns to passion, Ram and Anandhi face impossible choices. With social barriers, and their own fears standing in the way, they'll have to decide if their love is worth fighting for.

Days At The Morisaki Bookshop

Too Good To Be True

Avani's favourite thing to do is bury her nose in romance novels, but, honestly, life can't be trusted to make the stories real, right? But in the bookstore where she works, a man walks in, straight out of the pages of her favourite love stories. Aman is hot, successful, seems to know what she's going to say before she's said it, and just cannot get enough of her. In short, he's perfect. Then why is Avani losing her mind, ignoring the advice of her BFFs and trying to convince herself that he's just too good to be true? Will Aman ever be able to figure her out? And will Avani allow him to? Wickedly witty, tender and utterly relatable at every turn, Too Good to Be True by Prajakta Koli is the sparkling, true-blue, will-they-won't-they love story you've been waiting for!

Many Ramayanas Many Lessons

What does the Ramayana mean to you? Is it a Dharma Shastra-a guide to life's ideals? A holy book for spiritual practise? Or a source of timeless wisdom and enjoyment? Or is it all of these at once? With countless retellings across Asia, spanning centuries, cultures and languages, the Ramayana has captured the imagination of generations. From oral traditions to ancient manuscripts and modern texts, these renderings offer countless perspectives on its characters, their situations and the lessons they impart. Did you know that in many folktales derived from the epic, Ravana's sister Surpanakha is portrayed as a victim of a spurned love rather than an aggressor? Or that there is no mention of the famous Lakshmana Rekha, the boundary drawn around Sita, in the Valmiki Ramayana, one of the oldest versions of the epic? Or that in the Thai and Tibetan versions, Sita is identified as Ravana's daughter, while in Central Asia's Khotani Ramayana she marries both Rama and Lakshmana? In Many Ramayanas, Many Lessons, myth-master Anand Neelakantan weaves together riveting stories and insightful commentary to explore what Valmiki may have intended in his original narrative and how the epic has mutated and evolved over thousands of years, sometimes in unimaginable ways. He invites us to dive into its depths, reflect on its nuances and discover the versions that resonate most with us. After all, the Ramayana isn't just one story, reflecting a single truth-it is an enduring symbol of plurality and essential wisdom, and the merging of many truths.

Wild Fictions Essays

'We owe a great debt to Ghosh's brilliant mind, avenging pen and huge soul' --- Naomi Klein 'Urgent, beautiful and far-reaching . . . it should be essential reading' --- The Times Literary Supplement on The Nutmeg's Curse 'Consistently stimulating' --- The Guardian on The Great Derangement 'He has surpassed many historians in his ability to synthesize a wealth of research with remarkable intellectual clarity' --- The Times on Smoke and Ashes

From Dubai To Karachi

'Who is bigger than the King?' Dawood Ibrahim went undercover after the serial blasts of 12 March 1993 in Mumbai. Nobody knew how he had managed to escape from India while his D Company had proven links to the blasts. Yakub Memon was subsequently executed, resulting in the bloody split of the Mumbai Mafia. What happened to Dawood Ibrahim then? Where is he now? As these questions began to surround, S. Hussain Zaidi's riveting investigation led to Karachi, where Dawood is now the Kingmaker. Fiercely protected and valiantly denied by the Pakistani government, he has come to become the protector of the country's dwindling economy and tumultuous polity. Yet, Dawood Ibrahim remains untouched by either of the governments across the Line of Control. From the lanes of Dongri to becoming world's most wanted fugitive and a powerbroker for the Pakistani government, Dawood has come a long way. Thrilling and jaw dropping, From Dubai to Karachi is a much-awaited sequel to Black Friday, uncovering his last thirty years as S. Hussain Zaidi pens a definitive end to the Dawood saga.

The Ten Commandments Of Parenting

The book Ten Commandments of Parenting is a fresh perspective on parenting, where there is no do's and don'ts only honest suggestions on how you as a parent can make a world of difference in your child's upbringing and holistic development. It is a quick reference book, which is both concise and complete.

Hanuman

"Long live Hanuman! Long live Bajarang Bali! Long live Anjaneya!" The crowd cheered. "You are also Kesari's son," Kesari declared. "Ah, another name for me!" Hanuman exclaimed joy fully. "Yes, and it clearly indicates that I am your father." "So, I have more names. Marvellous! Keep them coming. I adore names. However, for now, just call me Hanuman. It's my favourite name because it commemorates my encounter with Indra Deva," he shared, proudly displaying his chiselled chin. This is why Hanuman stands out as a uniquedeity in the Hindu pantheon. He is simultaneously a god, a devout follower, and a dedicated servant of Rama. He is the only deity with temples and gyms dedicated to his name. And being immortal, he is certainly present among us. Indrani Sawakar offers us a story of Hanumana from a different perspective.

Ravana The King Of Lanka Bhag 2

For the first time in recorded history, Ravana did not leap from the plane before it had fully stopped. Mandodari's ankiety soared to into lerable heights as Ravana, known for his stride, stumbled, walking as if on a bed of thorns. In his trembling arms, he carried abundle wrapped in silk-a deadman. Who could it be? Casualties were common in war. Yet, she had never seen her husband so deeply shattered; his face was pallid, shoulders drooped, and chest heaving with laboured breaths. Could it be Vidyujjiva? This is the tale of Ravana, a character with numerous flaws, yet simultaneously well-versed in the shastras, an upholder of the moral code, in love with Mandodari, an exemplary ruler, a family man, and a devout follower of Brahma and Shiva. He had a story, an echo of a historical fact buried in the ancient past. And inspiration drove him to compose a magnificent epicbased on it. Thus, here it is, the alternate poem that was relegated to the hidden depths by later moralists: Ravana by Indrayani Sawkar.

Ravana The Rise Of Rakshasa Bhag 1

Dashanana's calls had reached Brahmadev living in Brahmaloka far above the Himalayas, out there inspace. The magnitude of his self-mortification was indication enough of the intensity and unusualness of his desires. The god desired to test him fulsomely. However, he did not want him to die either. So every time Dashanana chopped off his head, the god fixed it back over his strong neck. Ten times it happened. Ten times Dashanana's head rolled down his shoulder on to the snow-covered ground and blood whooshed out of his neck. Nevertheless he remained relentlessly resolved, dedicated and riveted. Brahmadev could not take it anymore. His devotee had cleared the test with flying colours. He appeared before him, dressedin yellow silks and all fourheadsgrinningwithcontentment. This book unfolds the epic of Lankadhisha Ravana, afigure of scholarship, bravery, might, and vigor, penned by Indrayani Savkar to offer an exhaustive insight into Ravana's character.

Indra Lord Of The Heaven

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Aavarana The Veil

Because my questions made Amir uncomfortable, he pronounced talaq just like that on the wife who had abandoned everything for him because his religion gives him that privilege. Where do I now stand, sir? Do you have any solutions for me?' Lakshmi, a rebellious, free-spirited and intelligent film-maker, breaks ties with her staunchly Gandhi an father to marry Amir, the man she loves. She even agrees reluctantly to Amir's request that she convert to Islam, as a formality and change her name to Razia. However, she is shocked to discover that her husband is not the open-minded, progressive individual he claimed to be. For after marriage, Amir takes his family's side in trying to force her to follow the more rigorous tenets of their faith. This sets her off on a personal journey into India's history to uncover the many layers of religion, caste and creed. Her quest leads her to the many parallels in the narratives between the past and the present and she gradually finds that though much has changed in Indian society over the centuries, much remains the same. The second historical novel by celebrated Kannada author S.L. Bhyrappa, translated for the first time into English by Sandeep Balakrishna, Aavarana: The Veil raises pertinent and searching questions about religion, liberalism and identity and highlights the importance of unshackling oneself from the bonds of false knowledge. Book Features: Raises questions and uncovers truths about religion and historyGoes deep into history to reveal the extent of tyranny by foreign invaders in IndiaWas a bestseller in Kannada, Gujarati, Tamil and other vernacular languagesThe Kannada version was sold out even before its release in February 2007. It went into 10reprints within 5 months of its release

Great Indian Business Stories

How did Dhirubhai Ambani build a polyester plant in record time? What made J.R.D. Tata launch India's first airline? How did Vijay Mallya wrest control of Shaw Wallace from Manu Chhabria? Why did Bhai Mohan Singh fall out with his favourite son and lose control of Ranbaxy? The Portfolio Book of Great Indian Business Stories contains excerpts from a selection of the finest business books published by Penguin Portfolio. This anthology features snippets from the lives of some of the most eminent business leaders India has seen-M.S. Oberoi, Ratan Tata, Aditya Birla and Rahul Bajaj, among others. There are tales of outstanding successes, crushing failures, extraordinary challenges and relentless determination, some of which chronicle the times when these legends were just simple businessmen trying to make a mark. The grit and ruthless persistence of these men defined who they were and the legacies they left behind.

Ksattra

Bhārata has been a land of plenty in many ways. We have had a timeless tradition of the twofold principle of Brāhma (spirit of wisdom) and Kṣāttra (spirit of valour) nourishing and protecting this sacred land. The Hindu civilisation, rooted in Sanātana-dharma, has constantly been enriched by brāhma and safeguarded by kṣāttra. The renowned Sanskrit poet and scholar, Śatāvadhānī Dr. R Ganesh takes the reader on a roller-coaster ride through space and time, highlighting the dazzling acmes when kṣāttra shone brilliantly and also pointing out the despicable abysses when kṣāttra was all but forgotten. This book is a must-read for all Indians in general and all students of Indian history in particular, for it paints an authentic picture of the past unlike the post-Independence History textbooks, which have attempted to whitewash the crimes against humanity committed by the Islamic invaders and downplayed the achievements of the native rulers who adhered to Sanātana-dharma. The spirit of valour tempered by wisdom ensured the continuity of our civilisation spanning more than seven millennia. We can forget this only at our own peril. This book is a result of deep research spanning many years but it has been presented in an eminently readable form, accessible even to high school students. It has been adapted into English from Dr. Ganesh’s bestselling Kannada work Bhāratīya kṣāttra-paramparè (‘Indian Kṣāttra Tradition’) by Sandeep Balakrishna and Hari Ravikumar, who are authors in their own right with several books to their credit.

Dharmashree

Composed in the early phase of Dr. S L Bhyrappa’s literary career, Dharmashree (1961) deals with the evils of religious conversion and the trauma it causes—at the levels of the individual, family, and society. The subtle and nefarious attempts of Christian missionaries and their relentless attempts at undermining Hinduism for the sake of proselytization are vividly brought out in this novel. Dharmashree depicts the episodes in the life of Satyanarayana, a staunch adherent of Sanātana-dharma, who ends up falling in love with a Christian girl, Lily. Initially a harsh critic of Hinduism, Lily is deeply influenced by Hindu ideals as she wades past discussions and arguments with Satya. Lily’s father would never marry her off to a non-Christian, so what does Satya do? The issues that Bhyrappa raises in this work—authored over sixty years ago—continues to be relevant because even today, thousands of Hindus are getting converted to other religions, creating a rift in their families and the society. The English translation of Dharmashree has been undertaken by Prof. L. V. Shanthakumari, a renowned scholar, literary critic, creative writer, and translator.

Niraakarana

Narahari, a widower and the father of five, decides to give away his children for adoption. He craves for solitude and finds it impossible to participate in the mundane world. He is drawn towards saṃnyāsa and is allured by the heights scaled by realised souls like Bārāmāsi Mahārāj. He treks the Himalayan peaks, but… can he freeze his mind at a place where time and space are frozen? Can he swim against the river of life to reach its source? Does physical altitude translate to spiritual altitude as well? India’s foremost novelist, Padma Bhushan S. L. Bhyrappa explores the attractions and aversions that humans feel towards worldly life in Niraakarana – The Refusal. He lays bare the dilemmas that a person faces at various stages of his life and the repercussions his decisions can have on his immediate family. The novel creatively suggests the true nature of renunciation and the kind of forbearance it demands. The English rendition of this emotionally engrossing and spiritually uplifting saga retains the nuances of the Kannada original. It has been admirably translated by L. V. Shanthakumari and Arjun Bharadwaj, award-winning authors and translators in their own right with many books to their credit.