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Empire of the Moghul:Brothers At War
The thrilling story of the second great Moghul Emperor, whose fatal flaws threatened everything his dynasty had fought for
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Empire of the Moghul: Raiders from the North
The mighty Mughal Empire that ruled a large part of the Indian subcontinent for three centuries has left its imprints in the history of the region. Empire of The Moghuls by Alex Rutherford is a proposed five part series that traces the dynasty from its beginning to its end. Raiders From The North is the first book in this series. Empire of The Moghuls: Raiders From The North chronicles the life of Babur, who founded the Mughal empire. The story begins when Babur is 12 years old and covers the rest of his life from that point. Babur, a descendant of Timur, and Genghis Khan through his mother’s family, has dreams of reclaiming the glory of his ancestors. But first, he has to begin by securing his claim to his current tiny kingdom. When Babur is just 12 years old, his father dies in a freak accident, leaving him as the rightful heir, but with many threats to his claim. Factions within the kingdom were plotting against him, taking advantage of his age and inexperience. But Babur had the support of his grandmother and his mother who wielded great influence in the court. With the aid of his mentor and military advisor Wazir Khan, Babur secured his kingdom, Ferghana. He then turned his attention to Samarkhand. This city had been the capital of his ancestor Timur, and Babur wanted to reconquer the city. After capturing it, he loses it to the Uzbeks. After this happens repeatedly, Babur turns his attention elsewhere. Babur and his troops march on through Kabul into the land of India, and eventually conquer a large part of Hindustan, establishing his own dynasty, the Mughal Empire. This novel, based on Babur’s autobiography, Baburnama, traces his campaigns, from his regaining and losing his own kingdom and Samarkhand to his eventual conquest of Hindustan. It is a story of violence, betrayals, plots, and counter-plots - the story of an eventful life.
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Thoughts for Change-We can do it
Since ancient India, the leading scientists had contributed immensely to the revolutionary progress made in the fields of science and technology. Today, the intellectual evolution in our country is seen in limited areas of developmental work. The empowerment of Indian youth depends on the technological progress that can reform the policies of economic competitiveness and social prosperity by bringing in newer and ground breaking changes. In the future of India the budding intellectual minds, therefore, can play a crucial role by igniting the spark lying within the human potential to reach the pinnacle of glory in our nationhood.
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Gabriel's Inferno
One man's salvation, one woman's sensual awakening . . . Gabriel Emerson is a man tortured by his dark past. A highly respected university professor, Gabriel uses his notorious good looks and charm to lead a secret life of pleasure where nothing is out of bounds. Sweet and innocent, Julia Mitchell enrols as Gabriel's graduate student and his immediate attraction to her, and their powerful and strange connection, threatens to derail his career. Wildly passionate and sinful, Gabriel's Inferno is an exploration of the intense power of forbidden love.
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The Bones of Avignon: Could this Really be the Ske
The only series of novels from the creator of the real-life Body Farm A burial chamber beneath the Palace of the Popes in Avignon. A 2,000-year-old skeleton. A conspiracy that will shake the foundations of the world. Here lie the bones of Jesus of Nazareth.
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Those Pricey Thakur Girls
In a sprawling bungalow on New Delhis posh Hailey Road, Justice Laxmi Narayan Thakur and his wife Mamta spend their days watching anxiously over their five beautiful (but troublesome) alphabetically named daughters. Anjini, married but an incorrigible flirt; Binodini, very worried about her childrens hissa in the family property; Chandrakanta, who eloped with a foreigner on the eve of her wedding; Eshwari, who is just a little too popular at Modern School, Barakhamba Road; and the Judges favourite (though fathers shouldnt have favourites): the quietly fiery Debjani, champion of all the stray animals on Hailey Road, who reads the English news on DD and clashes constantly with crusading journalist Dylan Singh Shekhawat, he of shining professional credentials but tarnished personal reputation, crushingly dismissive of her state-sponsored propaganda, but always seeking her out with half-sarcastic, half-intrigued dark eyes. Spot-on funny and toe-curlingly sexy, Those Pricey Thakur Girls is rom-com specialist Anuja Chauhan writing at her sparkling best.
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Gabriel's Rapture
Two lovers bound by their darkest desires... Professor Gabriel Emerson has embarked on a passionate but clandestine love affair with his former student, Julia Mitchell and is teaching her the sensual delights of the body, and the raptures of sex. But their happiness is threatened by conspiring students, academic politics and jealous ex-lovers. Can their love survive against all odds and will Gabriel fight to keep Julia?
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Knight's Mistress
When unsophisticated graduate Kate catches the eye of her sexually rapacious new employer, she discovers the pleasures and dangers of unrestrained passion. C C Gibbs is the pen name of Susan Johnson, an awardwinning, New York Times bestselling author of erotic and romantic fiction Katherine Hart is thrilled to be recruited by Knight Enterprises, the most prestigious venturecapital company in the world. That is, until she makes the acquaintance of the companys infamous CEO, Dominic Knight. At thirty two, Dominic is a selfmade billionaire with a fearsome ambition and a temper to match. He is also impossibly attractive and dangerously charming when he wants to be. To Kate, Dominic seems like the perfect predator, and she resolves to be cautious despite the obvious chemistry between them, telling herself she can always leave if Dominic grows too demanding. What she doesnt know is that the decision isnt hers to make . . . Dominic Knight has found a new plaything, and Mr. Knight always gets what he wants.
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The Fault in Our Stars
Despite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel's story is about to be completely rewritten.
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Dont Kill Him!: The story of my life with Bhagwan
As His personal secretary between 1981 and 1985, and the second-in-command of His organization, Ma Anand Sheela enjoyed an enviably close relationship with Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh. Bhagwan called upon her when He wanted to discuss personal issues, crucial administrative matters, run minor errands, and to even place an order for a new Rolls-Royce. Ma Sheela was His confidante, His closest aide, the person He trusted more than anyone else. She ruled the entire commune under His guidance . . . until differences crept up. What followed next, soon became part of Bhagwans infamous history, as after years of loyal service, Ma Sheela resigned from her position, left the commune, and fled to Europe with fellow members. An infuriated Rajneesh wasted no time in accusing her of planning a bio-terror attack, conspiring to murder important public officials, and running away with fifty-five million dollars. Ma Sheela pled guilty to some of the charges in court and spent thirty-nine months in prison. Now, almost two decades later, Ma Sheela, still in love with Bhagwan and His teachings, finally tells her side of the story, claiming that the truth was very different, and sheds light on that part of Bhagwans life which has so far been shrouded in a cover of secrecy and darkness . . . Highlights A candid memoir, written by Oshos famous personal secretary MA Sheela, on their life together from Poona to Rajneeshpuram, Oregon and beyond. Offers a rare sneak peek into Oshos controversial ashrams and his unconven- tional personal life. An easy, racy read which is revealing at times and scandalizing at others. Contains a chronology of events, rare pictures of Osho and his ashrams, and excerpts from Oshos world-famous discourses and books.
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In a Heartbeat
What would you do if you met the Edward of your dreams just like Bella in Twilight? Yuvika, Arnav, Kunal and Nandinifun-loving, irreverent youngsters join medical school and bond over their first anatomy lesson. However, the medical way of life is not as easy as they had imagined. Despite everything, love finds its way into the hearts of Yuvika and the topper, Rehaan. Yuvika feels shes found the one she has been waiting for and has been dreaming about. But her friends do not feel the same, especially Arnav who has always had a grudge against Rehaan. In the midst of jealous friends, unpredictable professors, challenging studies and the sword of exams hanging over their heads, will Yuvika join the pieces of her life and make their relationship last or will jealous friends destroy tender love?
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Core of the Yoga Sutras: The Definitive Guide to t
A wonderful introduction to the spiritual philosophy that is the foundation of yoga practice The latest work from B.K.S. Iyengar, the world's most respected yoga teacher.Foreword from His Holiness the Dalai Lama & Preface by Shri Murali Manohar Joshi. B.K.S. Iyengar has devoted his life to the practice and study of yoga. It was B.K.S. Iyengar's unique teaching style, bringing precision and clarity to the practice, as well as a mindset of 'yoga for all', which has made it into a worldwide phenomenon. His seminal book, 'Light on Yoga', is widely called 'the bible of yoga' and has served as the source book for generations of yoga students around the world. In 'Core of the Yoga Sutras', he applies this same clarity to the philosophical core of yogaThe Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali are 196 aphorisms forming the foundational text of yoga philosophy. Each sutra is short and to the point each being only a line or two long. B.K.S. Iyengar has translated each one, providing an insightful commentary and explanation for modern readers, as well as linking the various themes throughout the sutras to one another. Each sutra is presented as Sanskrit text, transliteration and English translation, followed by B.K.S. Iyengar's unique commentary and authority only he can bring to the work. B.K.S. Iyengar's insight on the sutras show the reader how we can transform ourselves through the practice of yoga, gradually developing the mind, body and emotions, so we can become spiritually evolved.
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Someone Like You
The hum of a motorbike. The uproar of the crowd in the stadium. The cheering and clapping. All fell silent Just the thumping of their hearts remained and a questionwere they going to lose him? Thanks to the makeover by her sisters friends, the nerdy Niharika entered college more confident, more attractive. She meets the sweet, shy Tanmay, and the spoilt but lovely Pia and they become best friends. And when Akshat and she began dating, life finally seemed to be falling in place. Except that it wasnt Tanmays success in football had begun to change him. Akshats perfection seemed like a front for something dark and sinister. And their college senior Karthik? His aggressiveness was a cover for his mysterious past. Someone Like You is a powerful and touching story of friendship, love and betrayal.
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Betrayal
A famous Hollywood film director learns that fame and fortune come at a price, in Danielle Steel\'s dazzling new novel Tallie Jones has it all. She\'s professionally at her peak as a famous film director, and with a loving live-in boyfriend and a well-adjusted teen daughter, she couldn\'t be happier with her personal life. Helping her through it all is her assistant Brigitte, who has been her devoted friend and helper since the two attended film school together. But Tallie\'s world shatters instantly when a client insists she conduct an audit and she finds out that someone has been stealing from her for years. To top it off, a slew of unexplained hotel bills reveal that her perfect boyfriend has been unfaithful. In order to regain some semblance of her life, Tallie joins forces with handsome FBI agent Jim Kingston to uncover the embezzler who has been using her and abusing her trust. Little does she know that their shocking discovery will change Tallie\'s life forever...
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Talking Cricket: The Game's Greats in Conversation
Talking Cricket is about cricket conversations. This book brings together the best long-form interviews from Wisden Asia Cricket and Cricinfo magazines and the ESPNcricinfo website over the last decade. Featured are the great and good of the game from across eras – from Frank Tyson and Garry Sobers to Virender Sehwag and Mahela Jayawardene, and plenty more in between. Each interview is broadly focused on a theme: there’s Barry Richards on batting, Ian Chappell on the Australian way, Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis on swing bowling, Allan Donald and Michael Holding on fast bowling, Simon Taufel on umpiring, and Anil Kumble on spin. Since cricket captaincy is among the more cerebral of the game’s arts, we have four interviews on the subject: Mark Taylor, Nasser Hussain, Mahela Jayawardene and MAK Pataudi. The 22 gathered here bring together wisdom, insights, anecdotes and humour from some of the finest practitioners of cricket’s many crafts, and provide the fan with a deeper appreciation of the game we all love. ESPNcricinfo has been the No. 1 cricket website in the world since it first went online in 1993. With a monthly average of over 20 million users worldwide, it is also among the largest single-sport websites in the world. The site pioneered live ball-by-ball updates and it continues to be the leader in the field, integrating into its live coverage various elements from its searchable data feed to give fans a truly rich live-match experience. This is backed up by text, audio- and video-based match analysis content, providing a comprehensive coverage menu. ESPNcricinfo maintains the game’s widest, most authoritative database, with details of about 65,000 international and domestic players, officials and administrators, over 40,000 matches, and more than 2500 grounds. It also runs its own global news operation, and its news and match coverage are supplemented by comments, features, interviews, blogs and multimedia content. The strength of its journalism has given ESPNcricinfo the status of cricket’s pre-eminent global voice – one that is followed by fans, players and administrators alike.
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Mastery
Around the globe, people are facing the same problem - that we are born as individuals but are forced to conform to the rules of society if we want to succeed. To see our uniqueness expressed in our achievements, we must first learn the rules - and then how to change them completely. Charles Darwin began as an underachieving schoolboy, Leonardo da Vinci as an illegitimate outcast. The secret of their eventual greatness lies in a 'rigorous apprenticeship': by paying close and careful attention, they learnt to master the 'hidden codes' which determine ultimate success or failure. Then, they rewrote the rules as a reflection of their own individuality, blasting previous patterns of achievement open from within. Told through Robert Greene's signature blend of historical anecdote and psychological insight and drawing on interviews with world leaders, Mastery builds on the strategies outlined in The 48 Laws of Power to provide a practical guide to greatness - and how to start living by your own rules.
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Work it Out Without a Workout
An effective guide to staying fit without hitting the gym I dont get time to exercise Whats the point of joining a fitness centre when I know Ill quit Working out is so boring I want to follow a fitness regime but dont feel motivated enough I wish I could get fitter and slimmer My kids dont allow me a break I am too busy and feel drained after gymming In Work it Out Without a Workout veteran health expert Vesna P. Jacob breaks these myths and shows you how there is NO EXCUSE for not being fit, healthy, and happy. From improving your posture to shedding extra flab without strenuous workout, you can achieve it all and that too without going to a gym. With easy to follow exercises, even while driving, travelling, or working, now you can look good while having fun at the same time.
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Mumbai's Dabbawala: The Uncommon Story of the Comm
They may be a tiny cog in the machine but the intrepid Dabbawalas of Mumbai deliver 200,000 meals every day from homes to offices within three hours. Mumbais Dabbawala is the uncommon story of a common man whose existence plays a crucial role in making the wheels of Indias financial capital turn smoothly. They may be a tiny cog in the machine but the intrepid Dabbawalas of Mumbai deliver 200,000 meals every day from homes to offices within three hours. Their clockwork precision and incredibly low error rate has got the world to sit up and take note of this awesome army of 5000 men, who make sure office-goers get a hot, home-cooked meal every day, come rain or shine. It is a stupendous feat of coordination, efficiency, honesty and sheer hard work that could teach many a corporate honcho a lesson or two in running a business successfully. The humble dabbawalas of Mumbai shot into fame when Prince Charles requested a meeting with them on a visit to the city in 2003, after having seen a BBC documentary on them. It was a meeting that the heir to the British throne did not forget. In April 2005, the Dabbawalas Association received an invitation to the wedding of Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall, Camilla Parker-Bowles. A few days later, Sopan Rao Rao Mare and Raghunath Medge attended the royal wedding as representatives of the Dabbawalas Association. The story is narrated alternately by the man who has made it happen Raghunath Medge, president of the Dabbawalas Association, and the author Shobha Bondre.