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The Big Book of Kashmiri Literature

This anthology of literature translated from the Kashmiri language is the first of its kind. It is as much an introduction into the literary landscape of Kashmir as a journey through its history. From premodern
verse to radio plays, folk chants to metaphysical ghazals, flash fiction to excerpts from a novel, The Big Book of Kashmiri Literature is compilation of memory and an anthology of voices.

The reader will encounter scholars, saints, experimental dramatists and unlettered poets starting from the fourteenth century to today. Kashmir has a thriving oral tradition, a literary culture that borrowed from the East and a print culture that engaged with the West and it all comes together in this volume with a promise of immersion into the emotional topography of the land, the language and the people.

Stephen Fry’s Greek Myths Collection: 4 Book Box Set | Mythos, Heroes, Troy and Odyssey | Greek Mythology Books | Illustrated Ancient Greek Legends | Gift for Mythology Lovers

‘FROM THE MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR STEPHEN FRY COMES THE COMPLETE GREEK MYTHS COLLECTION

Journey into the extraordinary world of gods, heroes, monsters and epic adventures with the Stephen Fry’s Greek Myths Collection, bringing together all four bestselling retellings—Mythos, Heroes, Troy, and Odyssey. Combining meticulous research with Stephen Fry’s signature wit, humour and storytelling, this beautifully presented box set breathes new life into the greatest myths ever told, making them accessible, entertaining and unforgettable for modern readers.

Whether you’re discovering Greek mythology for the first time or revisiting these timeless legends, this complete collection offers an immersive journey through the stories that have shaped literature, art and culture for thousands of years.

What’s Inside the Box Set?

Mythos Discover the origins of the Greek gods, goddesses and the creation of the universe. From Zeus and Hera to Athena, Apollo and Prometheus, Stephen Fry retells the foundational myths with warmth, intelligence and humour.

Heroes Meet the legendary heroes whose courage, flaws and adventures became the foundation of Western storytelling. Follow Perseus, Heracles, Atalanta, Jason and many others as they battle monsters, complete impossible quests and forge unforgettable legends.

Troy Experience the dramatic tale of the Trojan War—from the Judgment of Paris and the famous wooden horse to Achilles, Hector, Helen and Odysseus. Fry masterfully brings one of history’s greatest epics to life with vivid detail and compelling storytelling.

Odyssey Continue the adventure as Odysseus embarks on his perilous journey home after the fall of Troy. Encounter Cyclopes, Sirens, Circe, Scylla and Charybdis in one of the greatest adventure stories ever written.

Why You’ll Love This Collection
-Complete collection of Stephen Fry’s bestselling Greek mythology series.
-An engaging introduction to Ancient Greek myths, legends and epic poetry.
-Perfect for fans of mythology, history, classics, fantasy and historical fiction.
-Beautifully written with humour, intelligence and rich historical insight.
-An ideal gift for mythology enthusiasts, students, educators, history lovers and anyone fascinated by Ancient Greece.

Blending history, mythology and masterful storytelling, the Stephen Fry’s Greek Myths Collection is an essential addition to every bookshelf. Whether you’re captivated by Olympian gods, legendary heroes or epic adventures, this stunning four-book box set offers the definitive modern retelling of the myths that continue to inspire the world.

Penguin Little Black Classics Box Set: 15 Classic Books Collection | Pocket-Sized Literary Classics | Timeless Fiction, Poetry and Essays | Penguin Classics Gift Box Set

‘DISCOVER SOME OF THE WORLD’S GREATEST WRITERS IN ONE BEAUTIFULLY CURATED COLLECTION
The Penguin Little Black Classics Box Set brings together 15 iconic works of world literature, philosophy, poetry and short fiction in Penguin’s celebrated pocket-sized editions.

Beautifully presented in an elegant collector’s box, this thoughtfully curated collection introduces readers to timeless classics by some of history’s most influential writers, making it the perfect addition to every bookshelf.

From profound philosophical reflections and unforgettable short stories to enduring literary masterpieces, each compact volume offers an inspiring reading experience that can be enjoyed in a single sitting or revisited time and again.

Included in this Box Set :

• Aphorisms on Love and Hate – Friedrich Nietzsche
• The Tell-Tale Heart – Edgar Allan Poe
• The Yellow Wallpaper – Charlotte Perkins Gilman
• The Meek One – Fyodor Dostoevsky
• Socrates’ Defence – Plato
• Antigone – Sophocles
• The Life of a Stupid Man – Ryūnosuke Akutagawa
• How Much Land Does a Man Need? – Leo Tolstoy
• The Dhammapada
• The Death of Ivan Ilyich – Leo Tolstoy
• Why I Am So Clever – Friedrich Nietzsche
• Letters to a Young Poet – Rainer Maria Rilke
• The Book of Tea – Okakura Kakuzō
• White Nights – Fyodor Dostoevsky
• Only Dull People Are Brilliant at Breakfast – Oscar Wilde

Why You’ll Love This Collection
• Features celebrated works by Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, Nietzsche, Plato, Oscar Wilde, Edgar Allan Poe and other literary greats.
• A diverse collection spanning classic fiction, philosophy, mythology, spirituality, essays and poetry.
• Beautiful pocket-sized Penguin Little Black Classics editions, ideal for reading at home or on the go.
• Perfect for students, literature lovers, collectors and anyone looking to explore the world’s greatest writers.
• A thoughtful gift for book lovers, classics enthusiasts and aspiring readers building a timeless library.

Elegant, collectible and endlessly rewarding, the Penguin Little Black Classics Box Set celebrates the richness of world literature through fifteen unforgettable works that continue to inspire readers across generations. Whether you’re discovering these classics for the first time or revisiting old favourites, this beautifully designed collection is an essential addition to every literary bookshelf.

Did You Ever Love Me?

From one of India’s most popular authors comes a book that will stay with you forever: Did You Ever Love Me?

Dear Reader,

I hope this book reminds you of everything you deserve: unadulterated love, care and kindness. May you read this when your heart feels heavy and finish it feeling lighter. May my words hold you gently on days when nothing feels right.

You love with your whole heart. You care too much, even about the wrong people and that’s exactly why this book has found you. It’s here to teach you how to let go of the people who never understood your heart. It’s here to remind you that your worth isn’t determined by someone’s inability to respect your feelings.

Reading this book will feel like a homecoming.

Love,
Rithvik Singh

The Sixteenth Invasion

In medieval India, when large empires routinely devoured smaller kingdoms, one nation stood its ground for six centuries—the Ahom kingdom of Assam.

The Sixteenth Invasion is a gripping retelling of two major attempts by the Mughals to conquer the kingdom, and the ingenuity with which the Ahoms resisted, using what nature had bestowed upon them: the torrential rains, the mighty Brahmaputra and the unforgiving terrain.

But this is more than a story of war. It is a story of ambition and greed, courage and sacrifice, loyalty and betrayal. Vijay Gogoi recreates a world of rivalries, political intrigue, daring strategy, and indomitable resolve, bringing to life the people who stood against one of the greatest empires of their age.

A riveting work, The Sixteenth Invasion celebrates one of India’s greatest stories of resilience and triumph.

Spinning the Moments

Gulzar turns silence into poetry in Spinning the Moments.

Meditative and introspective, these poems explore identity, doubt, memory, and the fragile limits of language. Moving between the inner world and the outer one, Gulzar traces the quiet conflicts that shape the self—becoming at once seeker, witness, and questioner.

Wrap yourself in these poems . . . Take a journey with Spinning the Moments . . . And, explore the enduring questions of truth and existence with Gulzar’s remarkable clarity and grace.

Elemental Universality | Pandit Ved Lal Kaul Raz’s Finest Urdu Poems

Pt. Ved Lal Kaul Raz (1912–2010) lived for ninety-eight years—a life quietly marked by dignity, grace, and the brilliance of poetry. A universe of words, his verses glided with lyrical ease while bearing metaphors that touched the soul. This selection of his Urdu poetry navigates the delicate terrain of human emotion, blending subtlety with philosophical depth—exploring longing, regret, impermanence, and the transformative power of fleeting moments. Drawn from Kulyat-e-Raz, Gulgusht, and other compilations, the anthology reflects the unity and vision that define his enduring place in Urdu and Kashmiri literary tradition.

Penguin Select Classics: The Idiot

Prince Myshkin returns to Russia after years in a Swiss sanatorium, carrying with him a heart untouched by cynicism and a soul defined by compassion. In a society driven by vanity, greed, and quiet cruelty, his innocence appears almost absurd—and dangerously out of place.

Myshkin gets caught in an intense love triangle between the passionate Nastasya Filippovna and the innocent Aglaia marked by obsession, pride, and wounded desire. But Myshkin’s unwavering kindness exposes the duality and layered egos of those around him. In a world that mistakes goodness for weakness, can his purity survive without being destroyed?

The Idiot is a tender exploration of innocence in a broken society; whether true goodness is possible in a flawed world and is empathy a gift or a burden. The novel leaves one reflecting on the cost of compassion and the quiet strength of beauty in a hardened world.

Penguin Select Classics: The Trial

“You do not need to accept everything as true, you only have to accept it as necessary.”

Someone must have been telling lies about Josef K., for without having done anything wrong, he was arrested one morning.

Thus begins a haunting descent into a world where logic dissolves and authority remains faceless. Josef K. finds himself accused of a crime that is never explained, trapped within a labyrinthine legal system that offers no clarity, only endless corridors of doubt and humiliation.

As he struggles to defend himself, the question shifts from innocence to identity. What does it mean to be guilty in a world where the rules are unknown? Is the true prison external—or does it lie within the quiet fears and compromises we carry inside?

The Trial is a chilling portrayal of veiled structure of society, it reflects on the alienation and the silent anxiety of existence; especially today. Lingering like a shadow, this novel compels the reader to confront the absurdities of bureaucracy—a reminder of how control over our own lives is an illusion gifted by the modern world.

Penguin Select Classics: Notes From Underground

In the streets of St. Petersburg lives an unnamed narrator, withdrawn from society and locked within the confines of his own restless mind. Bitter, hyper-aware, and painfully honest, he dissects his past humiliations and present contradictions with ruthless intensity.

Through fragmented memories and confrontations, he challenges the rational optimism of his age, arguing that human beings do not always act in their own best interests—and perhaps do not even wish to. In exposing his own vulnerability, he reveals uncomfortable truths about pride, loneliness, and the desperate need to be seen.

Notes from Underground is a raw exploration of the self that speaks directly to the darker corners of the human mind; questioning its own motives and self-deceptions. Intimate and provocative, this work remains startlingly modern—a mirror held up to the complexities we often prefer to ignore.

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