Catalog Search Results
Author
Language
English
Description
A fascinating portrait of the eclectic tribes of India and the remote regions that they inhabit In the 1990s, the fifty-four million members of India's tribal colonies accounted for seven percent of the country's total population-yet very little about them was recorded. Norman Lewis depicts India's jungles as being endangered by "progress," and his sense of urgency in recording what he can about the country's distinct tribes results in a compelling...
Author
Language
English
Description
Welcome to the archipelago of wonders, where ancient traditions dance alongside vibrant landscapes, and the spirit of adventure is as boundless as the ocean that cradles over 17,000 islands. In "Discover Indonesia: A Comprehensive Traveler's Guide," we invite you on a captivating journey through the kaleidoscope of this diverse nation, a land where every step unveils a new chapter of beauty, culture, and natural splendor.Indonesia, a nation steeped...
Author
Language
English
Description
In the heart of northern India lies a realm where nature's grandeur and spirituality merge harmoniously, captivating the soul of every traveler. This mystical land, with its towering peaks, lush valleys, and ancient traditions, is none other than Uttarakhand. It's a region where the Himalayas stand tall, where the sacred Ganges River flows, and where every mountain peak echoes with tales of adventure and spiritual enlightenment.Welcome to "Discovering...
Author
Language
English
Description
From Sumatra to East Timor and beyond, An Empire of the East is a fascinating look at a rapidly changing island nation In An Empire of the East, renowned travel essayist Norman Lewis takes readers to Indonesia, where some thirteen thousand islands in the South Pacific are each colored with their own unique cultures and histories. With more than three hundred ethnic groups speaking two hundred fifty languages, the warmth and generosity of the island...
Author
Language
English
Description
Nestled amidst the mighty Himalayan ranges, Himachal Pradesh stands as a testament to nature's grandeur and cultural diversity. With its snow-clad peaks, lush valleys, and vibrant traditions, this northern Indian state beckons travelers from around the world to embark on a journey like no other.Welcome to the "Travel Guide to Himachal Pradesh, India." In the following pages, we invite you to traverse the enchanting landscapes, delve into the rich...
Author
Language
English
Description
Embark on a transformative journey through the heart of India with "Explore Varanasi: A Spiritual and Cultural Odyssey." This comprehensive travel guide is your key to unlocking the mystique of Varanasi, an ancient city that blends spirituality and culture seamlessly. Immerse yourself in the sacred ghats along the Ganges, witness enchanting rituals, and discover the hidden gems of this spiritual haven. Navigate the narrow lanes of the old city, indulge...
7) The Gambia
Author
Language
English
Description
Co-authored by regional expert Sean Connolly and Philip Briggs, the world's foremost guidebook writer on Africa, this third edition of Bradt's The Gambia remains the most comprehensive guide available to mainland Africa's smallest country. This new edition integrates recent developments, from recently opened restaurants and hotels to the new roads and bridges that make circumnavigating the country easier than ever. The guide provides detailed coverage...
Author
Language
English
Description
A police sharpshooter with Asperger's syndrome is tasked with cleaning up the streets of Mumbai. In recent decades, ostensibly to combat the rising tide of criminality in Mumbai's underworld, the Indian Police Service has carried out many hundreds of extrajudicial assassinations of suspects. Karan, an expert sharpshooter in an elite branch dispensed with dishing out this vigilante justice, has a difficult choice: should he continue to blindly follow...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
In the heart of India, nestled amidst the dusty plains of Agra, lies a monument that transcends time and whispers tales of undying love. This is the Taj Mahal, a poem sculpted in marble, a testament to the enduring power of devotion. Its ivory-white domes, inlaid with intricate pietra dura, pierce the azure sky, beckoning travelers from afar.More than just a magnificent structure, the Taj Mahal is a love letter etched in stone. It is the story of...
Author
Language
English
Description
The Indian subcontinent is the birthplace of Buddhism. Here is where the Buddha was born, where he lived and died. Here is where the first Buddhist councils were established, where the first monks practiced meditation, where the first stupas were built, where the great monasteries like Nalanda were established, where scholars from elsewhere in the Buddhist world came to learn Buddhism and so on. The earliest historical sites related to Buddhism were...
11) Illustrations of the History and Practices of the Thugs, and Notices of Some of the Proceedings of
Author
Language
English
Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough...
Author
Language
English
Description
"Explore Nepal: A Comprehensive Travel Guide" is your passport to the enchanting world of Nepal, an extraordinary country nestled in the heart of the Himalayas. Whether you're an intrepid trekker, a cultural enthusiast, or a traveler in search of spiritual awakening, this meticulously crafted guidebook offers an in-depth exploration of all that Nepal has to offer.Inside these pages, you'll discover a trove of valuable insights, practical advice, and...
Author
Language
English
Description
Embark on an extraordinary journey to "Explore the Hidden Paradise: A Travel Guide to Lakshadweep," a comprehensive and enchanting handbook that unveils the secrets of this tropical gem in the Arabian Sea."Explore the Hidden Paradise" goes beyond the standard travel brochure, delving into the heart of Lakshadweep's local communities, traditions, and folklore. Learn about the islands' conservation efforts, engage with local artisans, and discover the...
Author
Language
English
Description
Embark on a captivating journey through time and culture with "God's Own Country: A Historical Odyssey of Kerala." This meticulously crafted book unveils the rich tapestry of Kerala's history, offering a comprehensive exploration of the state's evolution from ancient civilizations to the vibrant contemporary landscape.Spanning over millennia, this historical odyssey delves into the intricate chapters of Kerala's past, chronicling the rise and fall...
Author
Language
English
Description
Isolated, broke, and restless in a drafty mountain A-frame with colicky twins, Brook Eddy needed a path out. This is the story of one woman's passionate spirit and how it transformed despair into entrepreneurial success.
STEEPED: Adventures Of A Tea Entrepreneur is the story of how Brook built a socially conscious multimillion-dollar tea company with a fierce devotion to sustainability. Part business memoir, part India travelogue, STEEPED is brimming...
Author
Language
English
Description
On India's northeast frontier, a killer elephant is on the rampage, stalking Assam's paddy fields and murdering dozens of farmers. Local forestry officials, powerless to stop the elephant, call in one of India's last licensed elephant hunters and issue a warrant for the rogue's destruction.
Reading about the ensuing hunt in a Delhi newspaper, journalist Tarquin Hall flies to Assam to investigate. To the Elephant Graveyard is the compelling account...
Author
Language
English
Description
Written decades before Eat, Pray, Love, this inspiring memoir details one woman's incredible journey through India to bring Eastern spirituality to the Western world. Even before she arrived at the ashram of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, founder of Transcendental Meditation, in Rishikesh, India, a city at the foothills of the Himalayas along the banks of the Ganges River, in 1962, Nancy Cooke de Herrera lived a lifetime of adventure. During the 1950s,...
Author
Language
English
Description
My memoir is an accumulation of wisdom and guidance wrapped up in the compelling story of my overland rite of passage to India with nothing but a knapsack and an eagerness to find my raison d'être. By being transported to unfamiliar terrain; a time in the past, in parts of the world rarely explored, the reader becomes a witness to appreciating sacredness by being present in the moment, honoring and experiencing feelings, finding meaning in life,...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"From debut author Nishita Parekh, a fresh take on the classic locked-room thriller, about a multigenerational Indian American family marooned in a house with a murderer during a hurricane. Hurricane Harvey is about to hit Houston. Meanwhile, single mom Jia Shah is already having a rough week: her twelve-year-old son, Ishaan, has just been suspended from school for getting in a fight. Still reeling from the fallout of her divorce--their move to Houston,...
Author
Publisher
Disney Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Before Mira became the first young girl to be Royal Detective of Jalpur, she was just a townsperson with an eye for detail who liked helping her friends. Mira uses all her senses-eyes, ears, and sometimes nose!-to find clues that others might have missed. One day, Queen Shanti happened to observe Mira find a missing baby goat, and she was so impressed that she appointed Mira to be Royal Detective. With her new detective coat and magnifying glass,...