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The New Girl
From No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Daniel Silva comes a stunning new thriller of vengeance, deception and betrayal. At an exclusive private school in Switzerland, mystery surrounds the identity of the beautiful girl who arrives each morning and leaves each afternoon in a heavily protected motorcade fit for a head of state. She is said to be the daughter of a wealthy international businessman. She is not. And when she is brutally kidnapped across the border in the Haute-Savoie region of France, Gabriel all on, the legendary chief of Israeli intelligence, is thrust into a deadly secret war with an old enemy that will determine the future of the Middle east and perhaps the world.
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Knife
Harry Hole faces a deadly foe in the new thriller from Sunday Times number one bestseller Jo Nesbo. 'Nesbo is one of the best thriller writers on the planet' Daily Express HARRY HOLE IS ABOUT TO FACE HIS DARKEST CASE YET. Harry is in a bad place: Rakel has left him, he’s working cold cases and notorious rapist and murderer Svein Finne is back on the streets. THE FIRST KILLER HARRY PUT BEHIND BARS IS OUT TO GET HIM. Harry is responsible for the many years Finne spent in prison but now he’s free and ready to pick up where he left off. A MAN LIKE HARRY BETTER WATCH HIS BACK. When Harry wakes up with blood on his hands, and no memory of what he did the night before, he knows everything is only going to get worse . . . *JO NESBO HAS SOLD OVER 40 MILLION BOOKS WORLDWIDE* The phenomenal twelfth instalment in Jo Nesbo’s internationally bestselling crime fiction series.
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Sophia Princess Among Beasts
In a kingdom besieged by poverty, war and despair, Princess Sophia must do whatever it takes to restore peace, and protect the people she loves
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Delusional Politics
Looking out of my corner fourth-floor office with a full-frontal view, across First Avenue of the headquarters of the United Nations with the flags of the 193 member states fluttering majestically, I was reminded ever so often of what Bertrand Russell said: 'The trouble with the world is that the stupid are cocksure and the intelligent are full of doubt.' Many democratically elected leaders of the twenty-first century have displayed streaks of recklessness, megalomania, bizarre self-obsession and political views that are difficult to characterize. This book studies the actions of these contemporary political leaders and covers Brexit, the election of Donald Trump, the rise of the BJP under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and decision-making with respect to global governance, terrorism and trade. It brings to light the fact that at the heart of delusional politics is perhaps the delusional politician.
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A Writer's Nightmare
The pick of thirty years of essays from R.K. Narayan, India’s greatest English language novelist. R.K. Narayan is perhaps better known as a novelist, but his essays are as delightful and enchanting as his stories and novels. Introducing this selection of essays, Narayan writes, ‘I have always been drawn to the personal essay in which you see something of the author himself apart from the theme. The scope for such a composition is unlimited—the mood may be somber, hilarious or satirical and the theme may range from what the author notices from his window to what he sees in his waste-paper basket to a world cataclysm.’ A Writer’s Nightmare is the marvelous result of Narayan likes for the personal essay. In the book, he tackles subjects such as weddings, mathematics, coffee, umbrellas, teachers, newspapers, architecture, monkeys, the caste system, lovers—all sorts of topics, simple and not so simple, which reveal the very essence of India.
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A Million Thoughts:Learn All About Meditation from
Each one of us is a master of infinite possibilities at a universal scale. Through meditation we experience our own magnificence; Our true potential. Drawing on his experience of thousands of hours of earnest and strenuous meditation, renowned sage Om Swami pens a guide to help channelize unruly, futile thoughts and turn them into productive energy. A Million Thoughts shows how to meditate correctly, how to practice various styles of meditation and how to become proficient in the many yogic practices that will lead to the final stage of Samadhi — the ultimate spiritual self-fulfillment. Brimming with firsthand experiences and references from ancient texts, this brilliant book is most suited for the modern reader who wishes to master the art of meditation!
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Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata:A Chronicle of His Life
The story of the life of one of the country's most influential industrialists and innovators. The chronicle of the life of Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata is fascinating by reason of its impersonal approach, its old-world flavour and accent. It is for this reason that the publishers have not revised the text. The central protagonist of the chronicle can rank among the greatest pioneers of industrial enterprise of all time. In industrial matters he used 'a giant's strength like a giant'. His performance is unparalleled in India. Jamsetji Tata laid the foundations and largely consolidated the position of Indian industry and enterprise. In Indian industry the terms 'integrity' and 'Tata' are synonymous, with the result that the house of Tata and its far-flung organization have the stamp of stability, security and success. It was not an easy success and there is at no stage in its development any trace of the nouveau-rich make-up. Interesting Facts: A very well-researched biography. Set in the context of colonial India, it chronicles the story of a man who was unafraid to chart his own destiny for the fellow Indian citizen. Topics discussed in the book are relevant in the field of economics and commerce even today.
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Pleasure Payback - Rescue Me
Pleasure Payback Revenge is sweet… Rescue Me Her sexy weakness… Pleasure Payback Damian Mortimer blew my mind in the bedroom―then nearly destroyed my business. Now, two years later, I will play him, and this time I’ll end up on top. Except what Damian does to my body might be far more exciting than the thrill of revenge! Rescue Me Maddie Mallory has never forgotten her sizzling week with stone-cold businessman Gabe Harrington―or what it cost her. Now Gabe is 'rescuing' Maddie before she marries the wrong man. All Maddie wants is one last lust-fuelled week with Gabe…if she can resist falling for him again.
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The Sheikh Crowns His Virgin
The Sheikh Crowns His Virgin From innocent in distress…to convenient princess When Zoe is kidnapped she’s saved by Raj―an exiled desert prince. The attraction between them is instant! But her rescue comes at a price: to avoid a scandal, Zoe must become Raj’s virgin bride… Greek’s Baby of Redemption An heir? Or so much more…? When brooding billionaire Alex needs a wife to secure his business, his housekeeper Milly agrees. But their wedding night sparks an unexpected fire… Could Milly―and his unborn child―be the key to Alex’s redemption?
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A Scandalous Midnight In Madrid
A Scandalous Midnight in Madrid Awakened by Madrid’s most eligible bachelor A moonlit encounter tempts Sadie all the way to Alejandro’s castle…and into his bed! But their night of illicit pleasure soon turns Sadie into Spain’s most scandalous headline: Pregnant with Alejandro’s baby! Reunited by the Greek’s Vows A marriage on paper only…? Kate’s stunned when ex-fiancé, Nikos, storms back into her life – and demands they marry! Desperate to save her company, she agrees. But what these heated adversaries don’t anticipate, is that their still-smoldering flame will explode into irresistible passion…
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Pregnant With Her Best Friend's Baby
Pregnant with Her Best Friend’s Baby From best friends…to parents! Aratika Rescue Service Paramedics Maggie and Joe are best friends. Until an adrenaline-fueled rescue leads to one unexpected night of passion! The consequences are life-changing – but can Maggie and Joe ever be more than just good friends…? The Surgeon’s Surprise Baby A family he never knew he needed… Neurologist Luca Venezio’s world is rocked when surgeon Elyse Tenner walks back into his life… with his baby daughter! Can they overcome the distance between them that’s more than merely miles and become the family they deserve?
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Mr Temptation - Baring It All
Mr Temptation by Rachael Stewart Mixing business with pleasure… …has never been more tempting! Career-focussed Zara Anders, an estate agent for the elite, has sworn off men―until gorgeous Swedish billionaire Daniel Lazenby gets under her skin. Their racy affair heats up quickly, but ends in a hurry when Zara learns about Daniel’s womanizing past. Determined to win her back, Daniel offers her a business deal too good to be true…and some out-of-office fun too tempting to turn down! Baring It All by Rebecca Hunter “Let me see you strip…” First their clothes―then their inhibitions… Scientist Natasha Petrova knows there's nothing logical about the raw lust she feels for bodyguard Max Jensen. A sexperiment on a secluded, tropical island in the Great Barrier Reef might be the perfect place to explore the attraction crackling between them. It was supposed to be about indulging their desires. But for Natasha, exposing her heart just might be the most dangerous conclusion of all…
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Shock Heir For The King:Shock Heir for the King
Shock Heir for the King Cinderella had his baby… Frankie is shocked when Matt, the stranger she gave her innocence to, reappears. Now she’s in for the biggest shock of all―he’s actually King Matthias! And to claim his heir, he demands Frankie become his queen! Untamed Billionaire’s Innocent Bride A virgin to tame him! To prevent a scandal, Lauren needs to find reclusive Dominik―her boss’s estranged brother―and convince him to marry her! As Dominik awakens her long-dormant desire, will Lauren accept that their hunger can’t be denied…?
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Untouched Until Her Ultra-Rich Husband
To avoid destitution, Luli needs outrageously wealthy Gabriel’s help. The multi-billionaire’s solution? He’ll secure both their futures by marrying her! But sweeping Luli into his luxurious world, Gabriel discovers the chemistry with his untouched wife is priceless… Claiming His Replacement Queen In the spotlight…As the desert king’s queen! Khalil’s motivation for marriage is politics, not passion. Yet a sizzling encounter with his soon-to-be Queen, Cressida changes everything. And the desire innocent Cressida ignites is too hot to resist…
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Plato'S Republic-a Biography
Blackburn explains the significance of the judicial, moral and political ideas of Plato's Republic and examines its influence on the modern world and why it has been the cornerstone of Western philosophy for over two thousand years now. He analyses why Western thought is still conditioned by this most important of books.
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Chandra Shekhar:The Last Icon of Ideological Polit
This is the story of an ordinary man who did not inherit a grand legacy from a well-established and renowned family; who did not rely on family wealth and eminence; who did not attend any of the prestigious educational institutions in the country or abroad; and who did not command a dedicated vote bank of any specific class, caste or community. Yet he took on the most powerful prime minister of his time and became a formidable opponent of her politics and policies. It is the story of a man who came from a lower middle-class family and who, despite stiff opposition from the most powerful Indian prime minister, Mrs Indira Gandhi, won the nomination to the Congress Working Committee, not once but thrice. Chandra Shekhar: The Last Icon of Ideological Politics is an up-close and extraordinary life story of an ordinary person who rose to become one of the tallest figures in Indian politics.
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Mahabharata..
Few works in classical literature have reached as vast an audience as the Mahabharata. The story of the dynastic struggle between the Pandavas and Kauravas culminating in the great battle in the fields of Kurukshetra is a moral, religious and philosophical tale like no other. In this brilliantly original retelling of Vyasa’s epic, William Buck gives us a Mahabharata of great beauty and insight.
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Tagore:A Novel
Tagore: A Novel is a fictionalized retelling of Rabindranath Tagore’s life and times. Sahitya Akademi awardee K.C. Ajayakumar unravels the mind of an incomparable visionary and genius in this book by exploring how the sensory impressions from Tagore’s early days shaped his creative ideation; how his boyhood experiences and beliefs reflected in his writings; how his complete and unapologetic immersion in everyday life played out against his lifelong obsession with death; and how his unbelievably multifaceted sensibility came alive through his literature, music, theatre and painting. This book not only examines the virtuosity of Tagore through his highly acclaimed works but also charts his rise to international fame and his friendship with William Rothenstein and William Butler Yeats. It presents an intimate account of his contentious relationships with Swami Vivekananda, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, Sri Aurobindo, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, among others. Tagore’s ever-debated, ambivalent and enigmatic engagement with Mahatma Gandhi is also captured brilliantly in the book. His love for Shelaidaha, Patisar, Jorasanko Thakurbadi, Shantiniketan and the river Padma is portrayed beautifully. This is the story of a man like no other
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30 DAYS:Change your habits,Change your life
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to get everything easily while others don't? Are you tired of waiting for your life to change? How long are you willing to wait till your circumstances change magically? 30 Days is a simple, fast-paced book where you will learn what it takes to create the life you want. In this book, international bestselling author Marc Reklau introduces the readers to some proven tips, tricks and exercises that can improve their life beyond imagination! All it takes is following them constantly and persistently. More good news: You can start by creating new habits and working towards your goals consistently, doing things that bring you closer to your goals every single day. This book shows you how to make it possible. You can do it! You deserve it! Thirty days does make a difference and you CAN really create a happier, healthier and wealthier life. All you have to do is stop waiting and start acting!
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Life Lessons from Lal Ded
ndia has produced some of the world’s greatest religious leaders, sages, saints, philosophers and spiritual thinkers. They were monks, nuns and renunciates, nationalists and reformers. No one religion had a monopoly on them. They range from Mahavira and Buddha, who lived over 2,500 years ago, to medieval saints like Chishti, Avvaiyar and Guru Nanak, to more recent philosophers and religious icons such as Vivekananda, Ramakrishna, Saint Teresa and many others. The spiritual and philosophical heritage they left behind is India’s gift to all Indians and the world. In the ‘Life Lessons’ series we publish the essential teachings of some of India’s best-known spiritual teachers, along with commentaries and biographical notes. Each book will be a handy companion to help the reader along the difficult pathways of life. *** Lal Ded (Granny Lal), as Lalleshwari was known, was a Shaiva mystic saint who lived in Kashmir, probably in the fourteenth century. Born into a Brahmin family of Pandrethan (near Srinagar), she is said to have had an early bad marriage and faced many domestic hardships, prompting a turn to spirituality. She renounced her marriage and material life and became a wandering mystic. She shared her wisdom in the form of vaakhs (sayings or utterances). These vaakhs (originally in the Kashmiri language) have seeped far and wide into popular usage and are part of the collective memory—through songs, proverbs and hymns—of Kashmiris of all stripes, through the generations. In these vaakhs, Lal Ded talked about the woes of the human condition, her disillusionment with the world, her anguished search for God, and, ultimately, her realization of God as pure consciousness. She rejected outward rituals, ostentation and extreme asceticism as paths to reach the truth. Her observations on the transience and futility of material pursuits and the emotions they generate, like greed, anger, pride and fear, apply to us all. While her sayings are deeply profound, her humanism makes it easy to relate to Lal and her teachings. Translated and edited by Shonaleeka Kaul, the aphorisms in ‘Looking Within’ represent Lal Ded’s core teachings.
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Amazing Secrets of Hinduism:Hindu Culture and Incr
After two international bestsellers, Am I a Hindu? and Amazing Secrets of the Bhagavad Gita, Ed Viswanathan’s third book is an equally thought-provoking and educational book on Hindu culture and the history of India. The whole idea behind this book is to educate people about India and Hinduism from a cultural and historical perspective, in simple language. The narrative is presented in the form of topics that focus on explaining key concepts such as Karma, Maya, Heaven and Hell; and questions such as ‘Who is a Hindu?’, ‘Why should I be a Hindu?’ and ‘What makes Hinduism great?’. This book is a must-read, especially for cynics, as the author invites readers to investigate and question everything in the book, since a true seeker will only search for truth.
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100 Greatest Leaders
It is often said, ‘Be the change you want to see’. When Malala Yousafzai risked her life to promote education for girls, she stunned the world with her sheer grit! Such is the undaunted spirit of men and women who inspire awe and fearlessness in the masses. This book not only provides short biographical sketches of 100 greatest leaders from across the world, but also showcases inspirational stories from their lives. Leaders such as Barack Obama, Abdul Kalam, Indira Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Jr., and Abraham Lincoln have not only transformed the lives of others, but have brought about change in such a way that it continues to affect modern lives. More importantly, be it politicians, activists or statesmen, their accomplishments have as much to teach us as their failures!
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Agents of Change:Unleashing The Innovation of Real
Both at work and at home, our lives are growing more and more hectic and it can be hard to survive, much less thrive, at the pace of progress. Technology has brought new and better ways to create, to communicate and to collaborate but has also filled our time with clutter, craziness and chaos. There is more potential than ever to fill our careers and our lives with magical experience, but we seldom make enough time or space to realize that potential. Agents of Change is a collection of stories, examples and fables that provide ideas and insights for creating a superpowered innovation program, organizational culture and purposeful life. While our life is, and bound to be, full of distractions, this book will help you to unleash your inner superhero and to become an Agent of Change.
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Ramayana..
William Buck’s retelling of the story of Prince Rama composed by Valmiki—with all its nobility of spirit, courtly intrigue, heroic renunciation, fierce battles, and triumph of good over evil—is distinctive and accessible without compromising the spirit and lyricism of the original