377 results for 'Sisodia, Raj'

The story of how the British made themselves masters of India in less than a hundred years is one of the most remarkable tales of modern history. From 1858 to 1947, the Raj was a period of immense...

Raj Kapoor: The One and Only Showman is a unique exploration of the life and legacy of one of India's most influential film-makers. Through a combination of Raj Kapoor's own words, culled from...

The Billionaire Raj: A Journey Through India's New Gilded Age by James Crabtree. India's rapid growth has created a new class of billionaires who wield immense influence over business and politics...

Enemy of the Raj is a gripping historical thriller set in 1930s India. When Sir Percival Harris and Professor Ernest Drabble arrive at the Maharaja's palace, they are drawn into a complex web of...

Raj has a very important rule: he never uses the bathroom at school. He likes to stick to his routine and avoid any distractions. But one day, disaster strikes - literally! - and Raj has to break his...

Raj and his dad are going on holiday. They're really looking forward to it. They've been planning this trip for ages, and Raj can't wait to see what adventures they'll have together. This is going to...

Wicked Women of the Raj tells the story of twenty European women who defied convention to marry Indian princes in the 19th century.These women, who sailed from England to India during the cold...

The British Raj Volume II: Decay by Elisabeth Beckett explores the events that led to the series of riots in India in 1919, with a focus on General Dyer and his role in the Amritsar incident. Using...

Stones of Empire: The Buildings of the RajThis book explores the diverse and complex architecture of the British empire in India, spanning three centuries from its early trading settlements to the...

In 1946 post-war India, Jeanie Munro returns to her husband Mungo and their new life in Murree, but finds it restrictive and lonely. Her experiences during the war have changed her, and she struggles...

Raj and his dad are looking forward to a special day out together. They've planned all sorts of fun activities, but things take an unexpected turn when Dad realises he's left his wallet at home.Will...

India Conquered Britain's Raj and the Chaos of Empire by Jon E. Wilson The history of British India is often shrouded in myth and misconception. This comprehensive one-volume history sets out to...

Railways & the Raj: How the Age of Steam Transformed India by Christian Wolmar explores the complex history of India's railways. Completed in 1853, the first line marked the beginning of a vast...

Ruskin Bond's stories have captivated readers for decades, and it's likely that some of his ghostly tales are being shared among spirits too. In this collection of short stories, Bond weaves together...

Rifleman of the Raj: A Soldier's JournalExperience life in British India during the tumultuous years of 1919-1920 through the eyes of an underage soldier. This unique journal offers a firsthand...

The Fishing Fleet: A World of Romance and Adventure in the Raj By Anne de Courcy In the late 19th century, Britain's colonial reign was at its peak, with India as the crown jewel. Many young men left...

Rudyard Kipling's Plain Tales From The Raj features forty short stories set in British India, many initially published in the Lahore Civil and Military Gazette. These tales offer insights into Indian...

The Fourth and final title in Paul Scott's acclaimed Raj Quartet is a poignant conclusion to the series. As the British presence in India draws to a close, the fall of the Empire signals the end of...

The Towers of Silence by Paul Scott As the last days of World War II unfold, the British Raj in India is crumbling. In the midst of this turmoil, the lives of the English wives, mothers, daughters,...

The Day of the Scorpion The arrest of ex-Chief Minister Mohammed Ali Kasim by British police signals a further deterioration in Anglo-Indian relations. For families like the Laytons, who have lived...

Plain Tales from the Raj explores the complex history of British India in the 20th century. From its origins as a military expansionist endeavour to its evolution into a system of governance, this...

The Billionaire Raj: A Journey Through India's New Gilded Age by James Crabtree. India's rapid transformation has created a stark divide between its wealthy elite and the millions living in poverty...

Rebels Against the Raj: Western Fighters for India's Freedom by Ramachandra Guha This book tells the remarkable story of seven individuals who chose to struggle for a country other than their own,...

The Hollywood Raj: How Brits Reigned in the Golden Age of the Movies by Sheridan Morley explores the fascinating history of British actors and characters who shaped the film industry during its...

The Dialogue of Awaara, Raj Kapoor's Immortal Classic is a unique collection of screenplay and dialogue from one of India's most beloved films. This book brings to life the characters through K.A...

The Fishing Fleet: A Story of Young Women's Adventures in India during the Raj. In the late 19th century, as the British Empire reached its peak, many young women from Britain set sail for India in...

Last Children of the Raj: British Childhoods in India (1939-1950)Over 280 contributions and 200 photographs from more than 120 individuals bring to life the stories of the last generation of children...

The Raj at War: A People's History of India's Second World War by Yasmin Khan. This comprehensive account sheds light on India's turbulent home front during the Second World War, revealing the...

Warren Hastings's story is one of remarkable rise and fall. Born into poverty, he worked his way up from humble beginnings to become Britain's first governor-general of India. Hastings's experiences...

The Partition of British India: A History and Legacy This book provides an in-depth exploration of the division of the British Raj into India and Pakistan. It includes contemporary accounts,...

The Billionaire Raj: A Journey Through India's New Gilded Age by James Crabtree is a vivid portrait of a divided democracy. Over the past two decades, India has grown at an unprecedented rate, yet...

Rebels Against the Raj: Western Fighters for India's Freedom by Ramachandra Guha This book tells the story of seven individuals who chose to fight for a country other than their own, joining the...

Wavell and the Dying Days of the Raj: Britain's Penultimate Viceroy in India by Muhammad Iqbal Chawla is a detailed analysis of Lord Wavell's tenure as Viceroy of India, set against the backdrop of...

Reporting the Raj: A Study of British Press Reporting in India, 1880-1922 This study examines the dynamics of British press reporting of India and the attempts made by the British Government to...

Discover the captivating history of the British Raj, spanning nearly 350 years and covering four separate states that exist today: Bangladesh, Pakistan, India, and Burma. From the East India...

The Rule of Bosses in South Asia explores the concept of "Mafia Raj" in South Asia, where powerful individuals known as gangster politicians wield significant influence through violence and fear...

Banned & Censored: What the British Raj Didn't Want Us To Read by Devika Sethi explores the complex history of sedition and censorship in colonial India. Through 100 banned, censored or deemed...

The Lion and the Tiger: The Rise and Fall of the British Raj, 1600-1947 by Denis Judd. Over four hundred years ago, English traders and interlopers first made contact with India. Initially viewed as...

The transformation of India from British Raj to Republic marked a pivotal moment in decolonization and national independence. This period was characterized by violence, displacement, and the...

The Jewel in the Crown by Paul Scott In 1942, India is on the brink of change. The British Empire is facing its greatest challenge, and the country is torn between its loyalty to its colonial rulers...

Paul Scott's epic study of British India in its final years is a sweeping narrative that explores the encounter between East and West. Spanning the tumultuous years of the Second World War and the...

Paul Scott's epic study of British India in its final years is a sweeping narrative that explores the complexities of cultural encounter and personal drama. Set against the backdrop of the Second...

The Grand Raj Palace Hotel, a century-old icon of Mumbai's elite, is shaken to its core when a murder takes place. American billionaire Hollis Burbank's body is discovered, and the pressure mounts to...

Archiving the British Raj: A Study of India's Archival Policy, 1858-1947 This book explores the development of a central archive in India and the complex relationship between knowledge and power...

Alexander Martin has arrived in Bombay with high hopes and idealism. However, his enthusiasm is short-lived as he becomes increasingly unpopular among the British establishment. As tensions rise,...

The Global Revolt against the Raj and the Hidden History of the Singapore Mutiny, 1907 - 1915 In 1907, a global movement against the British Empire began to take shape. This movement, known as the...

Bhagat Singh was one of the most influential revolutionaries in the Indian Independence movement. His reputation has endured long after his execution at just 23 years old, for a crime he did not...

Anglo-India's regional literature was a response to the pivotal period of early colonialism in South Asia. This study explores how English-speaking Europeans arrived in India, bringing with them an...

The Prince and the Poisoner: A Gripping Tale of Murder and Deception in 1930s India On 29 November 1933, Amarenda Pandey's life was brutally cut short on a crowded Calcutta railway platform. Eight...

This re-issue of Amalendu Guha's influential work on Assam and the Northeast marks a significant milestone in understanding the region's complex history. First published 30 years ago, this updated...

Bombay, 1831. A young man arrives in India with high hopes and idealism, only to find himself shunned by polite society. But when several members of this society begin disappearing, he is forced to...

The body was central to the construction and maintenance of British authority in India. This innovative volume explores how changes in bodily norms between 1800 and 1947 reflected shifts in the way...

Banda Singh Bahadur's remarkable life had a profound impact on Sikh history. From his humble beginnings as an ascetic to becoming Guru Gobind Singh's most trusted disciple, Banda Singh Bahadur played...

Brigid Keenan's life has never been ordinary. Born into a colorful childhood in India, she was forced to adapt to new circumstances when her family returned to England after Independence and...

Irene Green's memoir offers a unique perspective on life in British India during its final years. Born to a European father and an Eurasian mother in 1906, Irene navigated the complexities of being...

Brigid Keenan's memoir is a hilarious and touching account of her unconventional upbringing in India and coming-of-age in 1960s London.Born into a colourful childhood that was abruptly cut short by...

This book provides a unique study of British businesses in Calcutta, focusing on the managing agency houses. Through the personal experiences of nearly 70 employees, it examines the histories of 15...

Learn the skills you never learned in school. In a world where relationships, negotiation, and personal finance are just as important as maths and history, Raj Shamani's guide helps you build a...

The British East India Company played a pivotal role in shaping the formation of the British Empire. From its humble beginnings as a trading company struggling to keep pace with European rivals, it...

A small war on the burning border. In 1865, a brief but intense conflict took place in a region that had previously remained untouched by British forces. This was the Sitana campaign, also known as...

Bakha's life is a constant struggle to survive in India's rigid caste system. As an Untouchable, he faces prejudice and humiliation every day. In this powerful and poignant novel, Mulk Raj Anand...

Discover the stories behind your favourite yoga poses in this beautifully illustrated book of Indian mythology. Dr Raj Balkaran explores the traditional tales and wisdom behind 50 key yoga poses,...

Shakti Leadership offers a fresh approach to leadership, one that balances traditionally "masculine" qualities with more inclusive and empathetic traits. By embracing both feminine and masculine...

At the heart of a successful business is a culture that values every single person, just like in a family. In "Everybody Matters", Bob Chapman and Raj Sisodia show how this approach can transform an...

A raucous trip through the odd corners of our alphabet is what you'll find in this playful book. The English language is full of words that don't quite follow the rules, and this book pokes fun at...

No Reading Allowed - The WORST Read-Aloud Book EverA hilarious picture book for kids that's sure to bring laughter and learning. The book's unique sentences, such as "The mummy prepared farro for...

Unit X: How the Pentagon and Silicon Valley Are Transforming the Future of War A fascinating look at an elite unit within the Pentagon, the Defense Innovation Unit, also known as Unit X, and its...

Cracking Thai Fundamentals offers a unique approach to learning the Thai language, one that focuses on developing a new linguistic and cultural operating system for the mind and body.Instead of...

Raj Gupta's Eight Dollars and a Dream is a candid and captivating story of personal and professional transformation. Working with Syd Havely, Raj shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings...

Raj's love affair with music begins when he starts playing his family's piano. His father encourages him to learn properly, and Raj quickly becomes skilled at notes, scales, and songs. However, as he...

Pig's class at school has been tasked with bringing in something they no longer use. Pig brings his mum's wedding ring, but things quickly go awry. When Pig accuses Raj of something terrible, the...

Raj wants a new pet to play with. He's been thinking about it for a while and has decided that he needs something special. He looks at all sorts of animals, from dogs to cats, but none of them seem...

A doctor's skills are put to the ultimate test in this gripping thriller. British doctor Raj Patel finds himself in a desperate situation when he is taken hostage by a ruthless killer. With his...

Nalini Singh's "Rebel Hard" is a sweet and sexy romance about Nayna Sharma, who agrees to an arranged marriage in the hope it will heal her family's fractures. However, she soon realizes that a...

Rajaraja Chola King of Kings by Kamini Dandapani is a comprehensive account of one of medieval India's most influential rulers. Born Arulmozhi Varman in 947 CE, Rajaraja expanded the Chola empire...

The Last Brother by Nathacha Appanah is set against the backdrop of World War II, but for one young boy, the war feels far away. On his small island, Raj's life is simple: he spends time with his...

The British Raj was a period of absolute power wielded by twenty men who ruled millions in India between 1858 and 1947. These Viceroys, selected from the English aristocracy, held more authority than...

Obligations: New Trajectories in Law by Scott Veitch provides a critical analysis of the role of obligations in contemporary legal and social practices. As rights have become the dominant feature of...

Pig's quick thinking and resourcefulness are put to the test when his best friend Raj falls ill. With the help of friends and family, Pig embarks on a heart-pumping adventure to get Raj to hospital...

Transparency: A Critical Examination of Law and Governance in the Digital Age. This book offers a critical analysis of transparency in law and policy, a concept that has become increasingly prominent...

This book offers a fresh perspective on sentencing in the criminal justice system, moving beyond its traditional legalistic aspects to explore its wider meanings and effects.Elaine A. O. Freer...

King and Kayla are back to solve their next mystery. When Raj's cat, Blue, goes missing from his locked house, King and Kayla team up with Raj to find out what happened. With Blue's description...

Translated into modern English, "The Abencerraje" and "Ozmin and Daraja" offer rich insights into life on the Christian-Muslim frontier in early modern Spain. These two sixteenth-century novellas...

This book explores the leadership principles that propelled Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to greatness. By examining his life through three distinct parts, readers can gain valuable insights into...

Help your child build resilience and manage stress with this inspiring picture book.Ravina is upset, but a beautiful swan takes her to meet Chakraji, who teaches her useful tips to overcome negative...

Chakraji and Peaceful Peter are here to help children build resilience using natural techniques. When feeling upset, Peter is taken on an adventure by a majestic owl to meet Chakraji, who teaches him...

Nataraja: A Journal of Cosmic DanceThis 108-page journal features a unique blend of spirituality and self-expression. Dedicated to the dancing form of Shiva, Nataraja is known as the King of Dance,...

Discover the ultimate guide to Rajasthan with 101 Amazing Things to Do in Rajasthan. This comprehensive travel guide is now available in paperback, packed with insider tips and expert advice for your...

The Hunting by Stephen LeatherA doctor's skills are put to the ultimate test when he is taken hostage in a case of mistaken identity. British doctor Raj Patel has risked his life to treat injured...

Raj's world has been forever changed as he faces his demons head-on. A second chance at closure is within reach, but it requires him to confront his emotions and make amends with those he loves. The...

Pregnant and marrying the world's richest man is not an option for everyone. When multi-billionaire Raj Belanger takes responsibility for his orphaned baby niece, he needs help from her aunt, artist...

Coraje is a heartwarming and humorous story about facing fears with courage and optimism.Raina's life is turned upside down when she wakes up one night feeling unwell. As her anxiety grows, she...

George Hayward's life was cut short in 1870 when he was brutally murdered high in the Hindu Kush. This gripping tale explores his journey from a Yorkshire childhood to the forefront of the 'Great...

Stephan Martiniere's latest collection showcases his remarkable artistic range and skill in a stunning array of sci-fi book covers, theme park and animation concepts, video game designs and original...

The White Rajas by Steve Gill A family's legacy is built on treachery and violence. But can its descendants make amends? When James Ascot uncovers the truth behind his ancestors' brutal rule, he is...

The Yuvraj Singh by Vivek is a biography that tells the story of Yuvraj Singh's life. Written with no character or religious figures harmed, this book offers an honest look at his experiences.As the...

The Maharajah's General by Paul Collard is a gripping historical fiction novel that follows Jack Lark as he returns to battle under a new name. After barely surviving the Battle of the Alma, Jack...

Hind Swaraj: A Dialogue on Civilization and IndependenceThis influential book, written by Mahatma Gandhi during his journey from London to South Africa, explores the tensions between Eastern and...

Kanishka Raja I and I is an experimental painter's exploration of representation, craft, technology, and information transmission. This work combines painting with various counterparts, including...

Born in Sarajevo is a poignant and personal account of one woman's search for a new home after the devastating war that ravaged Yugoslavia. Snjezana Marinkovic's story explores the complex emotions...