429 results for 'Shankar, Ravi'

Ravi Shankar: A Life and Music for the Ages A major biography of Ravi Shankar, published to coincide with his centenary, offers a comprehensive portrait of this iconic Indian musician. For nearly...

Ravi Shankar was a figure of immense cultural significance in India and beyond. This biography, written with the cooperation of his estate, family, and friends, offers a comprehensive portrait of his...

Ravi Shankar was an icon of India, ranking alongside Gandhi and the Taj Mahal. This biography presents a full portrait of the man and artist, painting a vivid picture of his public and private life...

Ravi the Brainy Raven is a story about a clever raven who gets into trouble. After being thrown out of his royal team at the Tower of London, Ravi decides to start fresh on the Kent coast. There, he...

Ravi's Roar is a heartwarming picture book about managing difficult emotions. Tom Percival's engaging story follows Ravi, a young boy who struggles to control his temper. When he lets his inner tiger...

Ravi's Roar by Tom Percival is a story about managing big feelings. Ravi never minded being the smallest in his family, but when he can't reach the monkey bars and feels too little to ride the big...

Ravi Chandra Singh's life took an unexpected turn when he became a private investigator. A failed scholar, he now works for Golden Sentinels, a prestigious London agency. His colleagues are a diverse...

Ravi Shankar's life story is one of transformation and artistic expression. In his own words, he describes his journey from a young dancer to a Grammy Award-winning musician, sharing insights into...

The Music of India provides an in-depth exploration of the classical music traditions of the India-Pakistan-Bangladesh subcontinent. This comprehensive guide is essential for students and specialists...

George Harrison was a working class mystic. Born in Liverpool to a bus conductor and shop assistant, his early life was marked by simplicity and hard work. This biography offers an honest and...

Zakir Hussain: A Life in Music by Nasreen Munni Kabir is a fascinating biography that delves into the life and career of tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain. Born into a musical family, Zakir's early years...

Transfigured New York presents conversations with iconic artists who shaped the sounds of experimental movements in 1980s New York. Brooke Wentz's interviews with musicians and artists, recorded from...

This short work explores the central quest of Vedic texts: understanding one's true nature. By shedding external attributes such as body and mind, the author aims to reveal the fundamental reality...

This concise book explores the fundamental building blocks of reality as outlined in Vedic philosophy. According to Shankaracharya, these building blocks form the basis of all entities, including our...

Adi Shankara's spiritual path offers a profound and rational alternative to traditional views of God. According to Shankara, there is only One Being, beyond language and thought, which is pure...

Trailanga Swami and Shankari Mataji is a biography that sheds light on the extraordinary lives of two Indian sages. Until now, little information has been available about these remarkable individuals...

This collection brings together five key works by Sri Shankaracharya, a revered guru who united Vedic philosophies and had a profound impact on Indian thought.These translations provide an...

Desi Land: Teen Culture, Class and Success in Silicon Valley is an ethnographic account of South Asian American teen culture during the dot-com boom. Shalini Shankar spent many months with Desi...

Adi Shankara's teachings offer a vision of life as the manifestation of an absolute, non-dual consciousness. This system of practical psychology draws the practitioner into meditation and insight to...

Ravi Kumar leads the C3 unit in India's counter-terrorism operations from his discreet headquarters in New Delhi. When Mumbai is hit by a series of horrific bomb blasts, Ravi is tasked with...

The starship Archimedes has been hurtling through space for over five generations, a beacon of light in the vast emptiness. Now, as it approaches its destination, Tau Ceti, the ship's ageing crew...

Ardhanarishvara Stotra is a poetic hymn that celebrates the unified form of Shiva and Shakti. This unique aspect of Shiva is often referred to as the half-feminine form, representing the union of...

Luke's journey to find his friend Ravi takes him across the country and sea. After escaping from a power station, he is reunited with his family but can't shake the guilt and feeling that someone -...

Translated from the original Hindi discourses, 108 Discourses of Guru Dev presents the life and teachings of Swami Brahmananda Saraswati Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath. This volume includes 108 Hindi...

The Biography of Guru Dev: Life and Teachings of Swami Brahmananda Saraswati Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath (1941-1953) Vol. II is a translation of the Hindi biography Shri Jyotishpeethoddharaka,...

Guru Dev as Presented by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi is a collection of 108 discourses compiled by Brahmachari Mahesh (later known as Maharishi Mahesh Yogi). This translation, titled Amrit Kana, includes...

Dandi Swami: A Life of Spiritual Quests. This book tells the story of Dandi Swami Narayananand Saraswati, a contemporary of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and a key figure in his spiritual lineage. The guru's...

As our world faces unprecedented change, Ravi Venkatesan offers guidance on how to adapt and thrive in a fast-flowing, complex environment. In "What the Heck Do I Do With My Life?", he makes the case...

Questions of Travel explores the lives of two individuals, Laura and Ravi, whose paths intersect in unexpected ways. Laura travels extensively before returning to Sydney, while Ravi's life is marked...

A dark secret threatens to destroy everything Ravi Gupta has worked for. A portal discovered through reckless magic has been used to travel to an alien world, and now his brilliant student is missing...

The Letters We Keep by Nisha Sharma is a captivating romance that weaves together two decades-old love story and a modern-day mystery. When ambitious freshman Jessie Ahuja discovers letters from a...

Cracking the Vishnu Sahasranama is your guide to understanding and interpreting this ancient Hindu text. Written by V. Ravi, this comprehensive resource provides in-depth analysis and insights into...

The marriage of Isaac and Rebekah offers profound lessons to couples today. In this book, Ravi Zacharias draws five key points from their story to help build long-lasting relationships. Real love...

Raja Ravi Varma was an artist who painted on walls as a child. His uncle spotted his talent and took him to study art in the royal court, setting him on a path that would change the face of Indian...

Save Me a Seat by Sarah Weeks and Gita Varadarajan is a heartwarming story about two boys from different backgrounds who find common ground in unexpected ways. Joe, who has always felt like an...

Who Shall Enter Paradise? Christian Origins in Muslim Northern Nigeria, Ca. 1890-1975 by Shobana Shankar examines the complex history of Christian-Muslim engagement in northern Nigeria, a region...

A concise and comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles of physics, this book covers essential concepts in mechanics, relativity, thermodynamics, and statistical mechanics. R. Shankar,...

Shobana Shankar's groundbreaking intellectual history tackles the complex relationship between Blacks and Indians, exploring how their histories intersect and diverge. Drawing on archival and oral...

Indian Army Orders of Battle 1947-2010 provides a detailed overview of the Indian Army's organizational structure and military operations during this period.The book covers corps, divisions,...

The Indo-Pakistani War Of 1971 Volume 1 - Indian Military Intervention in East Pakistan by Ravi Rikhye. In 1947, the partition of India and Pakistan was a hastily concluded process, with Britain's...

The Flying Spaghetti Scriptures of the Latter Days Authorized Translation by Swami Ravi Olli is a humorous exploration of faith and spirituality. This unique work offers guidance through life's...

Empires of Light: Vision, Visibility and Power in Colonial IndiaThis book explores how light was used to shape the visual politics and imaginative geographies of empire. It examines how the...

Shankar Vedantam and Bill Mesler explore the complex role of self-deception in human flourishing. While it can cause harm to individuals, communities, and the planet, self-deception also plays a...

Discover the Art of Effortless Gravy Cooking with This Comprehensive Cookbook. Get your hands on this unique cookbook from BookSumo Press, packed with simple yet impressive Gravy recipes. Whether...

A comprehensive introduction to electromagnetism, optics, and quantum mechanics is provided in this textbook. R. Shankar explains these fundamental concepts in an accessible manner, making it ideal...

Discover the art of effortless cooking with this comprehensive Gravy Cookbook. With easy-to-follow recipes and minimal effort required, you'll be able to create delicious gravies for a variety of...

Experience the first book in the epic series featuring the brave members of Omega Squad, an elite team of clone commandos fighting to protect the Galactic Republic. On a mission to sabotage a...

This luxe edition of Legends & Lattes features new chapter art, beautiful new endpapers, and special stenciled edges. In this New York Times bestselling novel, a battle-weary orc named Viv hangs up...

Bookshops & Bonedust Deluxe EditionA luxe hardcover edition of the bestselling novel, featuring new chapter art, beautiful new endpapers, and special stenciled edges. This is a low-stakes fantasy...

Theory of Gravity: A New Understanding of the Universe The detection of gravitational waves in 2016 was a major breakthrough in physics, but it also raised questions about the underlying theories of...

The Modernized Anti-Sicilians Rossolimo Variation by Ravi Haria This comprehensive guide to the Rossolimo variation of the Anti-Sicilian defence offers in-depth analysis and coverage of this popular...

Zara Smith is back in a new adventure. After a string of broken hearts, she's focusing on fun rather than forever. However, she can't shake the feeling that she's slept with every eligible bachelor...

Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It is a powerful story of transformation and self-discovery. After experiencing a profound depression, Kamal Ravikant found solace in a simple yet profound...

Learn the art of handmade sushi with this beginner-friendly guide. Sushi is a culinary art form with a wide range of ingredients, textures, and flavors to explore. This cookbook features 100...

The first novel of the Kilo-Five Trilogy by Karen Traviss, set in the expanded universe of the award-winning video game series Halo. Thirty years after a brutal war with humanity, a fragile peace has...

The Hierarchy of Energy in Architecture Emergy Analysis by Ravi Srinivasan and Kiel Moe provides a clear overview of energy in architecture, addressing the limitations of traditional design methods...

Gravitomagnetism: Gravity's Secret by Dr Ronald A Evans explores one of physics' most intriguing mysteries: gravity. This natural force, often considered the weakest of the four fundamental forces,...

Set against the backdrop of one of history's most pivotal moments, Julian Fellowes' Belgravia brings to life the intricate world of high society in early 19th-century London.The story begins with a...

This groundbreaking book introduces a new field of scientific research based on analysis of UFO artifacts. Paul Potter reveals the principles behind UFO propulsion dynamics and shows that these...

Travis Victor Alexander's life was marked by both incredible success and unimaginable tragedy. Born to parents struggling with addiction, he faced a childhood of poverty and neglect, yet found solace...

A mystery has struck, and four young friends are on the case. Ravi's shed has been burgled, and soon after, an old lady's handbag goes missing, followed by a cat disappearing from its home. Can they...

Gravy Culinary School: Delicious Gravy Recipes for Everyone by Molly Mills. Discover the versatility and richness of gravy, a sauce that complements a wide range of dishes. From mashed potatoes to...

Discover the Art of Effortless Gravy Cooking with This Unique Cookbook. Get ready to elevate your mealtime routine with a collection of simple yet unique Gravy recipes. This cookbook is all about...

Exploring the complex question of why suffering exists in a loving and powerful God's world, Ravi Zacharias and Vince Vitale offer a comprehensive and convincing answer.The authors examine various...

Jesus Among Secular Gods: The Countercultural Claims of Christ The rise of secular gods presents a significant challenge to the absolute claims of Christ. Ravi Zacharias and Vince Vitale argue that...

Aram of the Inda faces his greatest challenge as the Jade Empire, with its countless armies, threatens to consume all in its path. To the West lies another power, the Empire, ruled by Emperor...

Discover the Secrets of Authentic Ravioli Cooking The Ravioli Cookbook reveals expert techniques and hidden recipes to help you prepare perfect ravioli. With this comprehensive guide, you'll learn...

Quantum gravity is one of the most intriguing problems in physics, offering new insights into time, space and matter. This book provides an accessible introduction to loop quantum gravity, focusing...

Exploring the role of sound in shaping the religious culture of 18th-century Moravian communities in Pennsylvania, Sarah Eyerly delves into the complex acoustic environments that characterized daily...

Rising Sun by Donna Grant is a new series introduction from the bestselling author. A ruthless elf and a human with a powerful secret are unlikely soulmates whose passion will test life and death...

The Storyteller's Secret A Novel by Sejal BadaniA poignant and epic tale of love, healing, and self-discovery, this novel follows Jaya, a New York journalist, as she navigates the heartbreak of her...

Discover the art of Travis picking for guitar with this comprehensive songbook. Learn to play 12 classic tunes in the style of legendary players, from Merle Travis to modern virtuosos like Tommy...

The Letters of Mary Penry: A Single Moravian Woman in Early AmericaThis collection of letters offers a unique insight into the life of an unmarried woman living in Moravian religious communities...

Dag Hammarskjöld, Secretary General of the United Nations, was a Swedish politician and idealist with a vision for a more peaceful world. His life was cut short in 1961 when his plane crashed in...

This collection features 11 classic folk songs arranged as Travis-style instrumental solos in standard notation and tablature. The arrangements include All My Trials, All the Pretty Little Horses,...

Dipper and Mabel's adventures visiting their Uncle Stan's Mystery Shack are full of strange and unexplained events. This collection of stories brings together two versions of each tale: Dipper's...

The evening of 15 June 1815 was one that would have a lasting impact on the lives of James and Anne Trenchard. A magnificent ball in Brussels, hosted by the Duchess of Richmond, brought together some...

Good Girl, Bad Blood is the gripping sequel to A Good Girl's Guide to Murder. When Pip's friend Jamie Reynolds goes missing, she knows she has to act. With the help of Ravi Singh, she's already made...

Jesus Among Secular Gods: The Countercultural Claims of Christ by Ravi Zacharias and Vince Vitale presents a compelling challenge to modern belief in secular gods. The rise of these alternatives...

Diego's vision for a life hack app inspires his friends to join him in building their startup. As they navigate the tech culture of post-millennium San Francisco, each faces tough choices that test...

The Passenger: India collects the best new writing, photography, art and reportage from around the world. This volume features contributions by Arundhati Roy, Prem Shankar Jha, Tishani Doshi, and...

A Kangaroo Court: A Triumph of Mediocrity by Shankar N. Kashyap is a gripping novel that exposes the darker side of the medical profession. When orthopaedic surgeon Upaashantha's career is threatened...

A plane crash in the jungle. A legendary statesman dead. A tragic accident... or the ultimate conspiracy? In 1961, a Douglas DC-6B aeroplane carrying Dag Hammarskjöld, the Secretary-General of the...

At midnight in the Indian sun, a woman's life is forever changed. Sara Archer's future as the dutiful wife of a British official seems assured, but a chance meeting with Ravi Sabran sets her on a...

Stargazing: The Players in My Life is a unique and insightful look at the world of cricket through the eyes of Ravi Shastri, one of the sport's most renowned figures. With never-before-revealed...

Gravity is a beautifully illustrated book that explores one of the most fundamental forces in our universe. Jason Chin explains complex scientific principles in an accessible way, making this book a...

When his life is turned upside down by his parents' involvement in a highly publicized NASA mission to Mars, Cal finds himself thrust into the midst of a media circus. His plans as a budding...

A gripping thriller from bestselling author Tess Gerritsen. Dr Emma Watson's mission to study living organisms in space turns into a nightmare when a deadly virus begins to spread among the crew,...

No Gravity is a collection of poems written by Rudy Francisco in celebration of National Poetry Month. In 2015, he embarked on a challenge to write one poem for every day of the month, resulting in...

George Gamow explores the work of three scientists whose discoveries shed light on the laws of physics. Galileo examined free and restricted fall, Newton introduced a universal force, and Einstein...

Travis is a heart-wrenching tale of love, redemption, and second chances. The emotional follow-up to Archer's Voice, this story delves into the complex world of Travis Hale, a man with a troubled...

Gravity: Why What Goes up Must Come Down By Brian Clegg The force that governs our daily lives is also one of the most mysterious. Newton's groundbreaking work on gravity laid the foundation for our...

A mismatched couple finds love in this enthralling tale. Harriet Pomeroy needs help from Gideon Westbrook, Viscount St. Justin, to rout thieves using her caves. However, she soon discovers he's the...

Ultraviolence by Christian Del Pino is a powerful exploration of the human experience. This collection delves into themes of addiction, depression, and the search for love, as well as the...

Eric Ravilious: A Critical Study of His Watercolors This beautifully illustrated book is the first full-length critical study to focus on the watercolors of Eric Ravilious, a multitalented British...

Gravity, a fundamental force we experience every day, remains one of the least understood natural phenomena. In "On Gravity: A Brief Tour of a Weighty Subject", physicist Anthony Zee explores...

The La Traviata Vocal Score by Giuseppe Verdi is a comprehensive cloth-bound score in Italian. This vocal score provides an authentic representation of Verdi's iconic opera, allowing singers and...

Four new tales from the mysterious town of Gravity Falls are presented in this original graphic novel. Written by Alex Hirsch, the stories are presented as told by Shmebulock.The first story, Face...

The Kingdom of Gravity explores the complexities of human nature in the face of extreme situations. Poems from this collection delve into the horrors of civil war and its aftermath, as well as the...

Ravishing Europa is a collection of poetry that explores the complexities of human emotion and experience.With concise yet powerful language, the poet navigates themes of love, loss, and...