Archives for Non-Fiction
Immortal India by Amish – Young Country, Timeless Civilization
Immortal India by Amish is his first non-fiction book. Amish is India's best-selling author with two most popular book series in his name. He is one of the smartest authors…
Inferior by Angela Saini – A Look at Women in Science
Inferior by Angela Saini - a BBC journalist who covers science, takes a look at women in science. I had read her earlier book 'Geek Nation'. That I really enjoyed…
Talking History – Romila Thapar with Ramin Jahanbegloo, Neeladri Bhattacharya
Romila Thapar is the big name among historian in India. She has been responsible for the history we read in school. I have personally not read any of her books…
My Hanuman Chalisa by Devdutt Pattanaik
My Hanuman Chalisa by Devdutt Pattanaik Hanuman Chalisa is the most commonly chanted set of verses in India. Written by Goswami Tulsidas after he wrote Ram Charita Manas - these…
Kumaon – In the Shadow of the Devi by Manju Kak
Kumaon – In the Shadow of the Devi by Manju Kak Kumaon was on my travel wishlist for a long time. But for some reason, I could never go beyond…
The Secret Life of Fat by Sylvia Tara
The Secret Life of Fat – what would people not do to know this. Fat has troubled every fat person on this earth. Once you have gained weight, to lose…
The Inevitable By Kevin Kelly – How Technology Will Shape Future
The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly is all about - Understanding the 12 Technological Forces that will shape our Future. After a long time, I read a book about technology that…
The Baba Ramdev Phenomenon by Kaushik Deka
Baba Ramdev is a phenomenon – no one can deny that. He appeared from nowhere about 20 years back and with him came the Yoga wave in the country. He…
Chikankari – A Lukhnawi Tradition by Paola Manfredi
Chikankari has been an integral part of my growing up years. Pastel colors with white embroidery were almost like summer uniform in college days. Lately, my visits to Lucknow have…
J R D Tata – Keynote – A Compilation Of Speeches
J R D Tata is a household name in India. We know of the business empire he created, we know of his love for flying and we know the values…