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The Americans : A Novel
The Americans: A Novel is based on the Indians settled in America. The author tries to explore what it means to be an Indian and settle down in America and become a part of the hybrid culture which makes up the country. Summary of the Book The protagonist of the book is Tara, a single Indian woman in her mid-thirties who travels to America from Chennai to look after her niece, while her sister Kamala is taking her autistic son to an alternative Indian treatment. The book has eleven different stories and Tara, who holds the book together. Through the book, the author tries to explore what it means to be living in America and not be able to fit in and relate to the place and its culture. The book is about the Indians who have migrated to the states in the hope of a better life. They try and reach out to their own culture and values, but only till a point till it does not affect their American Lifestyle. This book will make for a compelling read for people interested in knowing about the lifestyle of Indian’s settled in America. About Chitra Viraraghavan Chitra Viraraghavan is an author of Indian origin settled in America. She has been an editor at Oxford University Press India and has taught English at university in America. She is currently working as a freelance editor and an academic author. Chitra is also the great granddaughter of second President of India, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
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Beowulf : A Translation and Commentary - Together
This edition is twofold, for there exists an illuminating commentary on the text of the poem by the translator himself, in the written form of a series of lectures given at Oxford in the 1930s and from these lectures a substantial selection has been made, to form also a commentary on the translation in this book. From his creative attention to detail in these lectures there arises a sense of the immediacy and clarity of his vision. It is as if he entered into the imagined past- standing beside Beowulf and his men shaking out their mail-shirts as they beached their ship on the coast of Denmark, listening to the rising anger of Beowulf at the taunting of Unferth, or looking up in amazement at Grendels terrible hand set under the roof of Heorot. But the commentary in this book includes also much from those lectures in which, while always anchored in the text, he expressed his wider perceptions. He looks closely at the dragon that would sly Beowulf snuffling in baffled rage and injured greed when he discovers the theft of the cup but he rebuts the notion that this is a mere treasure story, just another dragon tale. He turns to the lines that tell of the burying of the golden things long ago and observes that it is the feeling for the treasure itself, this sad history that raises it to another level. The whole thing is sombre, tragic, sinister, curiously real. The 'treasure' is not just some lucky wealth that will enable the finder to have a good time, or marry the princess. It is laden with history, leading back into the dark heathen ages beyond the memory of song, but not beyond the reach of imagination. About the Author J. R. R. Tolkien is best known for The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, selling 150 million copies in more than 60 languages worldwide. He died in 1973 at the age of 81. Christopher Tolkien is the third son of J. R. R. Tolkien. Appointed by J. R. R. Tolkien to be his literary executor, he has devoted himself to the publication of his fathers unpublished writings, notably The Silmarillion and The History of Middle-earth.
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The Fighting Agents
The Philippines, 1943: As the ragged remnants of the American forces stand against the might of the Imperial Japanese Army, a determined cadre of OSS agents becomes their only contact with the outside world-and their only hope for survival. Written with a special flair for the military heart and mind. (Kansas Daily Courier Shrewd, sharp, rousing entertainment. (Kirkus Reviews)
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Within Reach
New York Times bestselling author Barbara Delinsky captivates with a magnificent story of loving friendship and desperate acts, first published in 1992. The lovely vacation house on the Maine coast was meant to be a glorious retreat for Danica Lindsay and her husband Blake, a place where they could mend the wounds of a damaged and tired marriage. Instead, she finds herself mostly there alone while Blake's political star is rapidly rising back in Boston. Were it not for the cherished companionship of her new neighbor, gentle and caring Michael Buchanan, Danica would surely be overcome by loneliness and despair. But a friendship that is strong, uplifting, and real is slowly transforming into something less innocent, more passionate -- something that could easily be called "love." For the first time in her life, a chance for true happiness may be in Danica's reach. But how can she grab onto it when she remains another man's wife, bound by her marriage vows to a union plagued by doubt and pain ... and by secrets so shocking an entire nation will take notice?
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Coming Home.
Against the backdrop of an elegant Cornwall mansion before World War II and a vast continent-spanning canvas during the turbulent war years, this involving story tells of an extraordinary young woman's coming of age, coming to grips with love and sadness, and in every sense of the term, coming home... In 1935, Judith Dunbar is left behind at a British boarding school when her mother and baby sister go off to join her father in Singapore. At Saint Ursula's, her friendship with Loveday Carey-Lewis sweeps her into the privileged, madcap world of the British aristocracy, teaching her about values, friendship, and wealth. But it will be the drama of war, as it wrenches Judith from those she cares about most, that will teach her about courage...and about love. Teeming with marvelous, memorable characters in a novel that is a true masterpiece, Coming Home is a book to be savored, reread, and cherished forever.
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Getting India Back on Track : An Action Agenda for
Getting India Back on Track is a book for how Indian policymakers can help India return to the path of sustained economic growth and development. India is fallen behind from the amazing growth rates it enjoyed in the beginning of the 21st century. To make this happen, the government of India has to bring about a lot of reforms and reflect on its policy choices across a wide range of issues. This book coincides with the 2014 Indian elections to bring up a public debate on the reforms the new government should pursue in order for them to bring India back on the path of high growth. The book comprises of seventeen concise and focused memoranda, which will offer the readers a clear picture of India’s future. About the Authors Ashley J. Tellis is a senior associate at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace which specializes in international security and Asian strategic issues. He was the senior advisor to the U. S. undersecretary of state for political affairs. He was also the senior advisor to the ambassador at the U.S. embassy in New Delhi. Bibek Debroy works as a professor at the Centre for Policy Research in New Delhi. Bibek has worked as a academician and for the government of India. He has been involved in several projects including the Legal Adjustments and Reforms for Globalising the Economy project and the Commission on Legal Empowerment of the Poor. Reece Trevor is working as a research assistant in the South Asia program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
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Improving Your Concentration Skills
Learning to Focus on the Business At Hand How to pay , keep and sustain attention on hard, repetitious, or boring activities. Concentration is a skill that can be strengthened and refined in nearly everyone so they
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ABSOLUTELY UNBREAKABLE LAWS OF BUSINESS SUCCESS
Why are some people more successful in business than others? Why do some businesses flourish where others fail? Renowned business speaker and author Brian Tracy has discovered the answers to these profoundly questions. In the 100 Absolutely Unbreakable Laws of Business Success he presents a set of principles or ?universal laws? that lie behind the success of business people everywhere
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First Sight
Her success has brought her everything except what she fears most. New York, London, Milan, Paris. Fashion week in all four cities. A month of endless interviews, parties, unflagging work and attention to detail. At the centre of the storm is Timmie ONeill, whose renowned line, 'Timmie O', is the embodiment of casual chic, in fashion and for the home. She has created an international empire that inspires, fills and consumes her life. In a world where humility and compassion are all too rare, Timmies humour, kindness, integrity and creativity are inspirational. Yet as blessed as she feels by her success, she harbours the private wounds of a devastating childhood and past tragedy. Always willing to take risks in business, she never risks her heart until an intriguing Frenchman comes into her life during Paris fashion week. There is every reason why they must remain apart. But neither can deny their growing friendship and the electricity that sparks whenever they meet. Are they brave enough to face what comes next? And will they do it together-or apart? About the Author Danielle Steel is one of the worlds most popular and highly acclaimed authors, with over ninety international bestselling novels in print and more than 600 million copies of her novels sold. She is also the author of His Bright Light - The Story of Her Son Nick Trainas life and Death, A Gift of Hope, a memoir of her work with the homeless and pure Joy, about the dogs she and her family have loved.
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The Saffron Tide : The Rise of the BJP
A comprehensive, unbiased and timely biography of the Bharatiya Janata Party. The counting of votes in the general elections of 2014 began on the morning of 16 May. By mid-day, the Bharatiya Janata Party stormed into power with a full majority in the Lok Sabha, the only other party after the congress in 1984 to have received such a resounding mandate. The BJP traces its origins to the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, originally set up by Syama Prasad Mookerjee in 1951 to take up the cause of Bengali Hindus in erstwhile east Pakistan. A bit player in Indian politics, the Jana Sangh only entered the big league after it forged an alliance with several other players to form the Janata Party and take on Indira Gandhi in 1977. This coalition broke up in 1980 and it was then that the BJP emerged in its present avatar. Today, the party has a pan - Indian presence with a devoted base, not just within the country but also among the Hindu diaspora worldwide. However, the BJPs remarkable rise has not been without struggle. It was only in 1998-nearly two decades after its founding-that the party first tasted power. Voted out in 2004, the BJP sat in the opposition for a decade before taking up the reins again in 2004. And while the BJP, since its inception, has presented a popular democratic alternative to the congress, it has struggled to shed its image of being overtly wedded to the pro - Hindutva agenda. In the saffron tide, a timely biography of the BJP, Kingshuk Nag traces the history of the party of India and crystal-gazes to estimate the course that it will chart for itself in the coming years. Balanced, informative and thought-provoking, this volume will be indispensable for anyone interested in the political history of post-independence India. Interesting facts Written by an author and political journalist with years of experience under his belt, this book will be the most current and first comprehensive biography of the party since the brotherhood in saffron by Walter Anderson and Shridhar Damle that was released in 1988. It is extremely timely, keeping in mind the general elections. The forward-looking epilogue has been written after the results were declared and this is the first book in the market that talks about the aftermath of the result. In a completely unbiased manner, Kingshuk Nag traces the BJP's rise in a book that will be read by all those interested in the party's philosophy, its origins and its future. About the AuthorOn the staff of the Times of India (TOI) for the last twenty-one years, KingshuK Nag is a passionate follower of Indias political economy. A recipient of the prestigious Prem Bhatia award for excellence in political reporting and analysis, Nag has lived and worked in New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Ahmedabad and is now based in Hyderabad as the resident editor of TOI. An alumnus of the Delhi school of economics, Nag became a journalist after working as an economic consultant for a few years. Books previously authored by Nag include the double life of Ramalinga Raju-the story of Indias largest corporate scam, battleground telangana-the chronicle of an agitation and the bestselling the namo story-a political life.
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The Silkworm
The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith is another thrilling story about the famous Cormoran Strike and his trusted assistant, Robin Ellacott, from the author’s first novel, The Cuckoo’s Calling. The book is to be published on June 19th, 2014. Summary of the Book Owen Quine, a novelist, has not been home for a few days now. His wife immediately calls Strike to find out if he can help her find out where he is. Quine is known to have gone missing for many days from his home, but has always returned. However, Strike finds out that this time this is not the case. The novelist is in some kind of trouble which his wife is not aware of. After much research, Cormoran finds out that Owen has written a novel which reveals dark secrets about the people that he knows. This could damage their reputation if the book is published. The novelist is soon found brutally murdered. Strike is determined to find out who this killer is, and realizes that this killer is probably the worst he has ever dealt with. About the Author Robert Galbraith is the pseudonym which the famous author J. K. Rowling goes by. The first book that was published under this name was The Cuckoo’s Calling.
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When Only Love Remains
I’ve imagined this in my head so many times. I’ve always thought about what I would say; What I would do and how it would all turn out to be. And every time I would remove some detail … She’s a flight attendant—young, bright and living her dream. He’s a heartbroken singer on his way to becoming big. She’s an ardent fan of his. He can’t imagine why and yet seems to find comfort in her words. It’s the first time they are together and in their hearts both are wishing, hoping and praying that the night would never end. That the time they are spending together lasts and lasts … In the world of imperfection, there is always someone just right for you. Durjoy Datta was born in New Delhi, India, and completed a degree in engineering and business management before embarking on a writing career. His first book—Of Course I Love You!—was published when he was twenty-one years old and was an instant bestseller. His successive novels—Now That You’re Rich!; She Broke Up, I Didn’t!; Ohh Yes, I Am Single!; If It’s Not Forever; Till the Last Breath; Someone Like You; Hold My Hand—have also found prominence on various bestseller lists, making him one of the highest-selling authors in India.
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Quantum Siege
This is the endgame. The terror group Lashkar has directly threatened the prime minister of India with never before consequences, if referendum is not declared in Kashmir immediately. The UN Security Council has called for an emergency session scheduled to meet within two days to discuss the Kashmir crisis. Rudra Pratap Singh and his team at the Anti - Terror cell face their toughest challenge yet. Millions of innocent lives are at stake while India readies itself for war. Time is running out and the terrorists threat is about to actualize. Will they be able to neutralize it, trace the perpetrators and avert war? Set in the heart of a metropolis, this diabolical thriller will consume you in its labyrinthine madness.
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Resonance
Siddharth Rana, the Joint Director of the IB, is at his wits end attempting to unravel that mystery. Working with the blindest of clues, Siddharth has to race against time to prevent terrorists from achieving their horrific goal-an India laid low by a catastrophe of biblical proportions. This is a story that leaps across continents, gets to the heart of convoluted terrorist plots and attacks and amazes you with its exposition of high-tech gadgetry and science. It is equally a story of breathtaking bravery, recounted at a mind-blowing pace. At its core, it is also a story about the beauty of relationships. Relationships that are beyond national boundaries and historic enmities. About the Author Ajay is currently with the Indian Revenue Service (IRS). His background as an engineer and his two decades of work with the Indian Revenue Service, his close association with different intelligence agencies around the globe, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund in Washington DC, attachment with the Indian Embassy in USA and his training at Duke University, North Carolina, USA have given him a deep understanding of world geopolitics and the intricacies of how intelligence agencies and governments at different levels operate worldwide. All of this has fed into his first novel, Resonance.
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An Officer and a Spy
National Book Awards Popular Fiction Book of the Year 2013 They lied to protect their country. He told the truth to save it. A gripping historical thriller from the bestselling author of Fatherland. January 1895. On a freezing morning in the heart of Paris, an army officer, Georges Picquart, witnesses a convicted spy, Captain Alfred Dreyfus, being publicly humiliated in front of twenty thousand spectators baying Death to the Jew! The officer is rewarded with promotion: Picquart is made the French armys youngest colonel and put in command of the Statistical Sectionthe shadowy intelligence unit that tracked down Dreyfus. The spy, meanwhile, is given a punishment of medieval cruelty: Dreyfus is shipped off to a lifetime of solitary confinement on Devils Island-unable to speak to anyone, not even his guards, his case seems closed forever. But gradually Picquart comes to believe there is something rotten at the heart of the Statistical Section. When he discovers another German spy operating on French soil, his superiors are oddly reluctant to pursue it. Despite official warnings, Picquart persists, and soon the officer and the spy are in the same predicament. Narrated by Picquart, An Officer and a Spy is a compelling recreation of a scandal that became the most famous miscarriage of justice in history. Compelling, too, are the echoes for our modern world-an intelligence agency gone rogue, justice corrupted in the name of national security, a newspaper witch-hunt of a persecuted minority, and the age-old instinct of those in power to cover-up their crimes. About the Author Robert Harris is the author of eight bestselling novels - Fatherland, Enigma, Archangel, Pompeii, Imperium, The Ghost, Lustrum and The Fear Index. Several of his books have been filmed, including The Ghost, which was directed by Roman Polanski. His work has been translated into thirty-seven languages. He lives in the village of Kintbury, West Berkshire, with his wife Gill Hornby.
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The Great Indian Democracy
Twenty-something Vikram rebels against his father and the mediocre life his engineering background has ordained for him by traveling to Delhi to become a stand-up comedian. Only, he is forced to see the serious side of his jokes when circumstances compel him to accept the position of a journalist at the great Indian democracy, an upcoming political magazine. Life drifts along through plagiarized articles and pub-hopping until one day he finds out why he was hired in the first place and meets Advaita, the annoyingly beautiful intern with whom he falls in love. Disarmingly funny, The GID is a satirical and thought-provoking take on everything that makes our nation's democracy the biggest stand-up show.
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Recipe for Love
Take one aspiring cook. When Zoe Harper wins a coveted place in a televised cookery competition, she cant wait to put her cooking skills to the test. Add a very desirable judge. But as the competition heats up, she realises shes developing an inconvenient crush on one of the judges, the truly delicious Gideon Irving. Stir in a heaped tablespoon of romance. All too soon theres more than canapes, cupcakes and cordon bleu at stake. Will Zoe win the competition, or is Gideon one temptation too far? About the Author Katie Fforde was born and brought up in London but has lived in Gloucestershire with her family for the last thirty years. She and her husband started married life on the water where they took a pair of narrowboats around the canals as a hotel. With her husband away at sea for a lot of the time and two young sons to look after the germ of her writing career began. It was when they moved to Stroud and after her daughter was born that Katie, encouraged by her mother, finally took up the challenge to write. Her first novel, Living Dangerously, went on to be chosen as part of the WHSmith Fresh Talent promotion. There have been over seventeen novels since, as well as some grandchildren. Her hobbies, when she has time for them, are singing in a choir and flamenco dancing. Katie Fforde is President of the Romantic Novelists' Association. To find out more about Katie Fforde visit her website at www.katiefforde.com, Facebook and follow her on Twitter @KatieFforde.
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Dilip Kumar - The Substance and the Shadow : An Au
A Long-awaited Autobiography. An authentic, heartfelt and compelling narrative - straight from the horses mouth - that reveals for the first time numerous unknown aspects of the life and times of one of the greatest legends of all time who stands out as a symbol of secular India. Dilip Kumar (born as Yousuf Khan), who began as a diffident novice in Hindi cinema in the early 1940s, went on to attain the pinnacle of stardom within a short time. He came up with spellbinding performances in one hit film after another - in his almost six-decade-long career - on the basis of his innovative capability, determination, hard work and never-say-die attitude. In this unique volume, Dilip Kumar traces his journey right from his birth to the present. In the process, he candidly recounts his interactions and relationships with a wide variety of people not only from his family and the film fraternity but also from other walks of life, including politicians. While seeking to set the record straight, as he feels that a lot of what has been written about him so far is full of distortions and misinformation, he narrates, in graphic detail, how he got married to Saira Banu, which reads like a fairy tale! Dilip Kumar relates, matter-of-fact, the event that changed his life-his meeting with Devika Rani, the boss of Bombay Talkies, when she offered him an acting job. His first film was Jwar Bhata (1944). He details how he had to learn everything from scratch and how he had to develop his own distinct histrionics and style, which would set him apart from his contemporaries. After that, he soon soared to great heights with movies such as Jugnu, Shaheed, Mela andaz, Deedar, Daag and Devdas. In these movies he played the tragedian with such intensity that his psyche was adversely affected. He consulted a British psychiatrist, who advised him to switch over to comedy. The result was spectacular performances in laugh riots such as Azaad and Kohinoor, apart from a scintillating portrayal as a gritty tonga driver in Naya Daur. After a five-year break he started his second innings with Kranti (1981), after which he appeared in a series of hits such as Vidhaata, Shakti, Mashaal, Karma, Saudagar and Qila. About the Author Dilip Kumar, a legend in his lifetime, is not only a superlative actor but also a connoisseur of the arts, a voracious reader of literary works in Urdu, Persian and English, a highly gifted multilingual orator, an excellent mimic and a superb dancer! He bagged the Filmfare Best Actor Award eight times, a record. He is also the recipient of the Padma Bhushan, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award and the Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Pakistans highest civilian award). He has also served innumerable philanthropic and social causes in his own unobtrusive manner.