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1. LOOK AFTER YOURSELF…NO
ONE ELSE WILL.... 5. THE PEDLAR 6. THE GREATEST STORIES RETOLD 8. OUR GANDHI Please click on the name to go to description of the book. If
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Description of books
How
to bypass the medical profession and stay healthy. Almost all books on health
end with the inevitable advice, 'Consult your doctor.' This book is about
'Don't consult your doctor.' It demystifies the medical profession and is a
penetrating investigation into contemporary medical thought, beliefs and
practices and asks us to re-evaluate our lifestyles in a practical and easy
manner. It also deals with various aspects of medical education, the pharmaceutical
industry, the politics of health, diet and alternative therapies and gives
practical advice as to how to deal with common everyday illnesses and chronic
illnesses with verve, humour and in simple language for everyone. The book is
a shot in the arm for both the medial profession and the consumer and there
is no doubt that if the sentiments expressed in it are adopted, the resources
of the Health Services will be better utilised and the health of the people
improved.
Rs 500.00 £ 9.99 ISBN 1-903138-40-X
An Interpretation of Hinduism and Life. This book contributes to the
intellectual and ideological debate of our times and is presented with
uncommon common sense, explosive wit and makes for a roller coaster read. This
powerful book attempts to de-mystify religious teachings of all denominations
and get to the point. 'Has traditional religious literature and practices in
their myriad interpretations made us better and joyous people?' The answer is
negative. Therefore a new, contemporary, earthy and practical philosophy is
presented that is of the world, about the world, of life that may be
pertinent to everyone. 'There are no short cuts to such an important thing as
how to live our lives. We do not have to be answerable to any person,
philosophy, moral ethic or religion...not even God. But we do have to be
answerable to ourselves.'
Rs 500.00 £ 9.99 ISBN
1-903138-41-8
What could have happened. As suggested by the title, Jesus Himself fills in
the gaps in the Bible and tells us exactly what happened. It is probably the
only book that does not inundate the reader with obtuse ecclesiastical data.
It explains Jesus' birth, education, religious philosophy, miracles, trial,
crucifixion and many other aspects of life in the Judea of those times with
common sense and humour that makes it compelling reading for people of all
denominations. Interview With Jesus is about Jesus, not Christianity. It fulfills
the purpose with which it has been written - not to belittle God but to
elevate the human to the level of God Rs 500.00 £ 9.99 ISBN 1-903138-39-6
a History of English and Indian Cricket. In two volumes. Howzat! Leg before!
Hat-trick! Not out! Six! How else to capture Anglo-Indian relations, which
are cemented no longer by force but by the timeless bond of cricket? How does
one explain two lands of ancient bloodshed and beauty coming together on the
cricket fields? This is the story, by one of millions of fans, of the
Gentleman's Game that evolved centuries ago on the sedate village greens of
England, a game of traditions and laws that has shaped the whole culture of
the peoples it has grown amongst. It is the story of the game that has
brought us long-bearded giants and teenage stars in the form of WG Grace and
Sachin Tendulkar, Victor Trumper and Ranjitsinghji, Botham and Kapil Dev,
Gavaskar and Sobers, Bradman and Jessop. This is the first book that covers
all aspects of the game including Tests and ODIs, sledging and injuries,
umpiring and cheating, records and failures, past, present…and future.
It is also the first cricket book that weaves amongst its pages the story of
Anglo-Indian history, socio-political skulduggery…- making it an
excellent read for all Rs 1000.00 for both volumes. £
18.99 ISBN 1-903138-90-6
The lives of 30 pedlars in the Nilgiris. This entertaining book, leavened
with humour, tells us about the lives of the pedlars pedalling products which
range from fruits, vegetables and flowers to plastic, metal and pottery to underwear,
footwear and furniture to popcorn, ice cream, fish…and prophesying. The
issues raised by the pedlars lead on to related subjects of a more general
interest such as health, food, education, professional and family life,
philosophy and more. It is hoped that the unique perspective of the pedlars
will lead the readers to help them in whatever manner possible. Rs 500.00. £ 9.99 ISBN
1-903138-90-6
Ramayana and Mahabharata. This is probably the most contemporary, complete,
racy, controversial and yet scholarly retelling of the great Indian epics.
Every nuance has been explained, every doubt cleared, every question answered
with copious footnotes….Why did Dasaratha plan the hasty coronation of
Rama? How did Rama justify the killing of Vali and his rejection of Sita? Why
did Yudhisthira consent to the dice game? Why did the 'Big Three' fight for
the Kauravas?….and many other anecdotes. The diction and style are
suitable for all age groups and is recommended for both the first-time reader
and the researcher. Rs 500.00 £9.99 ISBN 1-899310-44-4
The three stories are set in three different families and all is revealed in
the end….But that is where convention ends….! We suspect who but
are unable to fathom how; we are able to fathom how, but not why and
sometimes we are able to guess how and why but not who. While we are
furiously trying to deduce, the author catches us by the nose and leads us on
and on…and jolts us with another and another surprising and baffling
twist… An unconventional detective inspector, a controversial doctor and
an unorthodox priest join hands to form a renegade trio in unraveling the murders.
Justice is certainly done and the criminal duly punished…but in a way
that is indisputably refreshing and stunning…which is what makes the
book truly unputdownable. Rs 500.00 £8.99 ISBN
1-84470-110-7
Gandhi is a bundle of clichés frozen in stone, canvas or paper. Nearly all
works on Gandhi have been hagiographical. Some have tended to be critical.
But the jigsaw is still incomplete. The author attempts to find those elusive
pieces. In doing so, he has given us a rounded picture of the man. What he
did, how he did it and why he did it. And he has done so in a refreshing,
stimulating approach to the legend. He has desisted from clichés and has presented
him as a man…though
an extraordinary one. Uniquely, the chapter on the defence of Nathuram Godse
gives us another angle on Gandhi. The book also
covers comprehensively the peculiar Indo-British connection up to the time of
Independence and the Kashmir issue. Gandhi Reinvented is written with passion
and courage, wit and candour and has all the ingredients of Gandhi's
turbulent life to interest both the casual reader and the researcher of the
twenty-first century. It makes excellent reading.
Rs 700.00 £9.99 ISBN 1-90412-503-4 THE
St.LOUIS – with a discussion on Anti-Semitism Based
on a true story. May 1939.
Goebbels exploits
the situation, using the fateful St Louis as a pawn of Nazi propaganda to
prove to the other nations that Nazi ideology is no different from theirs. Certain members of
the crew are members of the Abwehr, German Military Intelligence and the
dreaded Gestapo. In The Captain of the
ship is unaware of the ramifications of his voyage. Will the terrified
passengers reach their destination? The world watches
and waits…whilst it wrestles with its conscience… DHONI- with a discussion on Islam and Hinduism Dhoni
is a village where a terrible atrocity is committed. The perpetrator asks for
absolution.
It is the story of
a family which finds itself caught in a web of unfortunate events engineered
by Hindus and Muslims in turbulent times. What makes it compelling is that it
could well be based on a true story. Rs 500.00. £9.99. OSBN 1-90412-504-2 Books available only from the author in India. Further details : Dr Rao 0091 (0)423 2207057
Email : thetryst@hotmail.co.uk
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