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An eye-opening and courageous memoir that explores what learning a new language can teach us about distant worlds and, ultimately, ourselves.
After miraculously surviving a serious illness, Katherine Rich found herself at an impasse in her career as a magazine editor. She spontaneously accepted a freelance writing assignment to go to India, where she found herself thunderstruck by the place and the language, and before she
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In addition to founding the Theosophical Society and playing an influential role in the New Thought movement, the controversial and idiosyncratic figure Madame Blavatsky was a tireless world traveler. In this engrossing volume, Blavatsky recounts her time spent traveling in India during an expedition that took place in the late 19th century.
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"Explore the three unique cities of India, popularly known as the "Golden Triangle" Whether you want to explore the terracotta-hued city of Jaipur, sample delicious Mughlai dishes in Delhi or spot tigers in North India's national parks, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Delhi, Agra and Jaipur have to offer. From the spectacular Taj Mahal to the ornate Shekhawati palaces, Delhi, Agra and Jaipur are packed with architectural...
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Presents the natural environment and resources, people and culture, and business and economy of India, focusing on change and including first-hand commentary by the country's citizens.
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Journey to incredible India, the seventh-largest country by area and the second most populous country in the world. With a cultural history spanning more than 4,500 years, India is one of the most engaging destinations for travelers, photographers, and spiritual seekers. Notable for its religious diversity, India's lifestyle is a combination of both ancient and modern. Presented by Wiki.
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Born and raised in the US, Tara Bajaj hides her family secrets. With beautiful clothes, a popular social media presence, and a spot on the Rutgers High Bollywood dance team, she does it well-until her carefully cultivated image shatters. Shut out by friends and with her future in flux, Tara accepts a guide position for a youth group's temple tour through North India. Rediscovering the heart of her ancestry is as good a place as any to start over....
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"Discover the soaring Himalayas, explore fantastic forts and the rich cultural heritage of India Whether you want to be awed by the scenic landscapes, relax on the beaches of Goa, or marvel at the majestic Taj Mahal, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that India has to offer. India is a treasure trove of things to see and experience. Packed full of ancient palaces and temples, museums and historic monuments, it has been...
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Where in the world have Hindus, Muslims, Christians, and Jews lived together in harmony? Try the small Indian state of Kerala, where trade and spices brought them together in tropical lowlands studded with coconut palms and cool mountain ranges where tea, cardamom, ginger, and rubber trees grow. Host Bruce Kraig guides viewers to markets, spice plantations, rice paddies, elephant parades, traditional dances, and spectacular boat races.
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When twentysomething reporter Miranda Kennedy leaves her job in New York City and travels to India with no employment prospects, she longs to immerse herself in the turmoil and excitement of a rapidly developing country. What she quickly learns in Delhi about renting an apartment as a single woman—it’s next to impossible—and the proper way for women in India to ride scooters—perched sideways—are early signs that life...
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"Set among an artificial lake and surrounded by picturesque mountains, Udaipur is one of the most beautiful cities in the Indian province of Rajasthan. Part of the Palace of Udaipur is still inhabited by the present head of the Mewar and other areas within it have been transformed into a luxurious hotel. In recent years innumerable gazebos, balconies and decorations have made the elegant almost playful eastern side of the palace into a popular backdrop...
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In her twenties, journalist Sarah Macdonald backpacked around India and came away with a lasting impression of heat, pollution and poverty. So when an airport beggar read her palm and told her she would return to India—and for love—she screamed, “Never!” and gave the country, and him, the finger.
But eleven years later, the prophecy comes true. When the love of Sarah’s life is posted to India, she quits her dream job...
But eleven years later, the prophecy comes true. When the love of Sarah’s life is posted to India, she quits her dream job...
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Each region, caste, and community in India has its own culture, reflecting unique histories shaped by conquest, creativity, and religion. Steeped in ancient traditions and intensely passionate about their culture, Indians are ingenious, creative world leaders in cutting-edge science and technology. Culture Smart! India will show you how to navigate often profound cultural differences and build relationships.
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India is the second-most populous country on Earth. It's also home to the roots of civilization and some very old cultures! In this book, readers embark on a road trip with a young narrator heading to all the major sites in India. From the glory of the Taj Mahal to the bustling streets of Mumbai, the art, history, and geography of India are included in the accessible main text. Fact boxes add additional information as full-color photographs illustrate...
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A provocative portrait of one of the world's largest cities, delving behind the tourist facade to illustrate the people and places beyond the realms of the conventional travelogue
Sam Miller set out to discover the real Delhi, a city he describes as "India's dreamtown-and its purgatory." He treads the city streets, making his way through the city and its suburbs, visiting its less celebrated destinations-Nehru Place, Rohini, Ghazipur, and Gurgaon-which...
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On the day of his Retirement as Senior Manager of Punjab & Sind Bank, Rajiv Bakshi decided all of a sudden to pen down his memoirs of 35 years starting from Guwahati in North Eastern India to Machhiwara a historical place in Ludhiana District. He started writing about diverse happenings, places & events revolving around his life and official career as a Banker that affected him substantially.
Rajiv showed first signs of creativity when he was
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