‘It’s an improbable and hauntingly beautiful love story, almost surreal in its innocence. And I immediately knew that this was the film I had to make.’ – Aparna Sen
An Indian man writes to a Japanese woman. She writes back. The pen-friends fall in love and exchange their vows over letters, then live as man and wife without ever setting eyes on each other – their intimacy of words tested finally by life’s miraculous upheavals.The twelve stories in this collection are about the unexpected. An American professor visits India with the purpose of committing suicide, and goes on a desert journey with the daughter of a snakecharmer. A honeymooning Indian couple is caught up in the Tiananmen Square unrest. A Russian prostitute discovers her roots in the company of Calcutta revolutionaries. A holocaust victim stands tall among strangers in a landscape of hate. These are chronicles of memory and dreams born at the crossroads of civilizations. They parade a cast of angels and demons rubbing shoulders with those whose lives are never quite as ordinary as they seem
Catagory: Non Fiction
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Badshah, Bandar, Bazaar
The impact of Mughal rule on India remains a hotly contested topic of debate. Some see the regime as a benign entity, others as one harmful to India’s long-term development. But by fixating on the king’s actions rather than those of his subjects, have we been looking at the issue the wrong way round?
Badshah, Bandar, Bazaar turns conventional wisdom on its head to examine what has long been taken for granted. Through the eyes of numerous real-life characters, it demonstrates the power of bankers, moneylenders, merchants, middlemen, artisans and all manner of ordinary folk in making – and eventually breaking – the might of the Mughal Empire.
Globalisation and the spread of market relations was intensifying meanwhile, transforming everyday life in ways that were often subtle, and sometimes dramatic. With exotic and enticing goods for purchase, and ever more artful ways to make money, came a new ethos – and a new set of anxieties – towards business which was so potent that it shaped preaching by Sikh gurus and Sufi sayyids alike.
Breathing new life and a fresh perspective into the history of the Mughal Empire, Badshah, Bandar, Bazaar takes us on a fabulous journey from the empire’s rich and fertile countryside, to the hustle and bustle of its great cities and ports; and from religious debates in Delhi’s fairgrounds and public squares and legal battles over property in Surat, to princely wars of succession and the dynasty’s tumultuous yet protracted overthrow.
Jhumri Telaiya to Kentucky: Leadership and Life Lessons from the Bloodstock Industry
‘Horses, as natural empaths and keen observers of human behaviour, provide a powerful mirror reflecting our true presence.’
Jhumri Telaiya to Kentucky is a compelling journey of personal growth, resilience, and self-discovery, set against the backdrop of the bloodstock industry. At the heart of the narrative is The Horseman Way—a unique leadership and self-awareness programme that uses experiential learning with horses to foster emotional intelligence and authentic connection.
In an age driven by speed and technology, this book offers a refreshing call to slow down, look inward, and lead with compassion and integrity. It’s an inspiring read for anyone seeking meaningful transformation—personally or professionally.
Man Yogi Tan Bhasm Bhaya Box Set / मन योगी तन भस्म भया बॉक्स सेट
बुकसेट में शामिल अमृता प्रीतम की तीन बेहद चर्चित रचनाएँ केवल साहित्यिक धरोहर नहीं, बल्कि भारतीय समाज, नारी चेतना और विभाजन के दर्द का दस्तावेज़ हैं।
बॉक्ससेट में शामिल पिंजर भारत-पाक विभाजन की त्रासदी पर आधारित यह उपन्यास स्त्री की अस्मिता, पीड़ा और संघर्ष की मार्मिक कथा है। अमृता प्रीतम ने नायिका ‘पूरो’ के माध्यम से सामाजिक बेड़ियों, धार्मिक हिंसा और नारी मन की गहराई को अत्यंत सशक्त ढंग से अभिव्यक्त किया है।
संग्रह की दूसरी पुस्तक ख़तों का सफ़रनामा अमृता प्रीतम के जीवन के निजी पत्रों, संवादों और अनुभूतियों का दस्तावेज़ है। इसमें उनका आत्मीय, संवेदनशील और विचारशील पक्ष प्रकट होता है, जिससे पाठक उनके अंतर्मन को नज़दीक से जान पाता है।
रसीदी टिकट अमृता की आत्मकथा है, जिसमें उनका व्यक्तिगत जीवन, प्रेम, लेखन और संघर्षों की स्पष्ट तथा निर्भीक अभिव्यक्ति है। इसमें उनका साहसी स्त्रीत्व, समाज से टकराने का आत्मबल और साहसिक दृष्टिकोण भी झलकता है।
अमृता की ये तीनों रचनाएँ आज भी पाठकों के दिल को छूती हैं।
Shabdon ka Saundarya Box Set / शब्दों का सौंदर्य Box Set
शब्दों का सौंदर्य एक शानदार बॉक्ससेट है, जो हिंदी भाषा की कोमलता, गहराई और भावनात्मक अभिव्यक्ति को खूबसूरती से प्रस्तुत करता है। यह भावनाओं से सराबोर शब्द और आत्मा को छू लेने वाले शब्दों के उपज का एक संगठित संग्रह है। यह बॉक्ससेट न केवल पढ़ने का आनंद देता है, बल्कि भाषा प्रेमियों के लिए एक संग्रहणीय धरोहर भी है। उत्कृष्ट डिज़ाइन और उच्च गुणवत्ता इसे उपहार देने के लिए भी आदर्श बनाते हैं।
Don’t leave anything for later
All the knowledge in the world won’t help you if you don’t decide to help yourself first. If you change nothing, nothing will change. Your life will not change unless you decide to change it. The goal of this book is to make you aware of the time you have left and how to spend that time to live a better life.
The book is divided into three parts:
- Death
- Mindset
- How to Live a Good Life
Each section is filled with stories, anecdotes, quotes and direct action that you can take to improve your life and ensure you don’t leave anything for later.
In the Silence you left Behind
Some heartbreaks don’t come with loud goodbyes. They slip away silently, leaving you to carry the weight alone. This book is for those who loved too much, lost too quietly, and are still learning how to let go.
It’s for the moments when memories feel heavier than they should, and healing feels out of reach. If you’ve ever sat with your silence, hoping it would speak back—this book will hold your heart the way you once held theirs.
Call it Coincidence
‘Naina, Naina, Naina, I hear Vatsal’s voice calling out to me,
you’re falling in love with me, aren’t you?’
Meet Naina: a twenty-five-year-old with big dreams and a sceptical heart, searching for love that lasts and a job that doesn’t make her dread mornings.
Enter Vatsal: a charming, unpredictable twenty-eight-year-old lawyer-to-be, interning in Delhi before jetting off to London for his master’s degree.
Their worlds collide unexpectedly, leading to a whirlwind first date. Naina feels an instant connection, like fate brought them together. In days, they go from strangers to friends, best friends and then something more. Everyone thinks it’s just a matter of a few days until they make it official, call it love. How could they not, when it feels this right?
But then comes the Diwali party—the best and worst day of Naina’s life. A devastating event shatters their bond, and they don’t speak. For three whole years.
As fate would have it, Naina and Vatsal meet again. This time, Naina is cautious; Vatsal overfamiliar. Everything feels just as intense as it once did—but can Naina handle the pain that took her years to overcome, if at all? And can Vatsal fight his fears and stay to watch Naina overcome it?
Who the F**k are You
The kick in the ass we all need at some point.
If you’ve ever felt confused, ignored, or passed over…
If you’ve been waiting for your hard work to get noticed, and it hasn’t…
If you’ve wanted to put yourself out there without becoming a cringe-fluencer…
This is your way out.
This book helps you uncover your strengths, sharpen your dreams, and present your value to the world. With the Minimum Viable Self framework, you’ll learn how to do it, without ever dancing awkwardly in Reels.
Whether you’re a professional, founder, chef, fitness trainer, or real estate agent, this is your escape from the shadows. Through a 5-step transformation, you’ll go from invisible to unignorable.
The only question left is: Are you ready to grab the opportunities waiting for you?
I Am a Survivor Hindi / Maine Cancer Ko Jeet Liya / मैंने कैंसर को जीत लिया
मैंने कैंसर को जीत लिया’ एक प्रेरणादायक पुस्तक है जो कैंसर से जूझने वाले लोगों की कहानियों को संजोए हुए है। इस पुस्तक में विभिन्न व्यक्तियों की संघर्षपूर्ण यात्रा और उनकी विजय की कहानियाँ शामिल हैं। यह पुस्तक न केवल कैंसर से लड़ने वालों के लिए बल्कि उनके परिवार और दोस्तों के लिए भी एक प्रेरणा स्रोत है। इसमें बताया गया है कि कैसे सकारात्मक सोच, दृढ़ संकल्प और सही उपचार से कैंसर को मात दी जा सकती है। पुस्तक में डॉ. रेड्डी और अन्य विशेषज्ञों द्वारा दी गई सलाह और मार्गदर्शन भी शामिल है, जो कैंसर से लड़ने वालों के लिए अत्यंत महत्वपूर्ण है। यह पुस्तक उन सभी के लिए है जो जीवन में किसी भी प्रकार की चुनौती का सामना कर रहे हैं और उन्हें प्रेरणा और साहस की आवश्यकता है।