Introduction to Munshi Premchand Munshi Premchand (1880–1936) is one of the most celebrated writers of Hindi and Urdu literature. Known as the “Upanyas Samrat” (Emperor of Novels), he played a crucial role in shaping modern Indian literature. His real name was Dhanpat Rai Shrivastava, but he adopted “Premchand” as his pen name. Early Life andContinue reading “A guide to reading Munshi Premchand”
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Maharani Gayatri Devi: A Princess Remembers”
“Maharani Gayatri Devi: A Princess Remembers” is a captivating journey through the corridors of royalty, penned by the graceful Maharani herself. With eloquence and poise, she unveils the splendor of her life as a princess, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the opulent world of Indian royalty. Through her words, we are transported to aContinue reading “Maharani Gayatri Devi: A Princess Remembers””
A Day of Fallen Night
Title: A Day of Fallen NightAuthor: Samantha ShannonGenre: Fantasy, PrequelPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Introduction:“A Day of Fallen Night” is a captivating prequel to Samantha Shannon’s acclaimed fantasy novel “The Priory of the Orange Tree.” Set in the same richly imagined world but centuries before the events of the main novel, this standalone novella offers readers anContinue reading “A Day of Fallen Night”
“Verity” by Colleen Hoover
“Verity” by Colleen Hoover “Colleen Hoover’s ‘Verity’ is a gripping psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end. From the moment you start reading, you’re drawn into a world of suspense, mystery, and unexpected twists. The story follows Lowen Ashleigh, a struggling writer who is tasked with completing the bestselling series ofContinue reading ““Verity” by Colleen Hoover”
The Body Keeps the Score
Title: “The Body Keeps the Score”Author: Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. “The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D., is an insightful and groundbreaking exploration of trauma and its profound effects on the human body and mind. Dr. van der Kolk, a renowned psychiatrist and trauma specialist, draws upon his extensive researchContinue reading “The Body Keeps the Score”
The little ghost who was a quilt
This is such a charming little book. It has the most beautiful and cute illustrations and a wonderful message in its story which is about a ghost. Ghosts are supposed to be sheets, light as air and able to whirl and twirl and float and soar. But the little ghost who is a quilt can’tContinue reading “The little ghost who was a quilt”
Under the Whispering Door
“a ghost who refuses to cross over and the ferryman he falls in love with”
Inner Mastery, Outer Impact: How Your Five Core Energies Hold the Key to SuccessBook by Hitendra Wadhwa
I’m personally not a very big fan of ‘Self-Help’ books, no hate to the genre but sometimes I feel the books are too out there for my taste personally, so if you are like me, this is not one of those self help books. The book is actually believable and grounded in reality and presentedContinue reading “Inner Mastery, Outer Impact: How Your Five Core Energies Hold the Key to SuccessBook by Hitendra Wadhwa”
Amor fati
In Ecce Homo Nietzsche writes:My formula for greatness in a human being is amor fati: that one wants nothing to be different, not forward, not backward, not in all eternity. Not merely bear what is necessary, still less conceal it… but love it. If you could go back in your life and change something, whatContinue reading “Amor fati”
These precious days
These precious days by Ann Patchett, thank you @bloomsburyindia for the #gifted copy of this wonderful book. I loved this book, if you are a fan of the author I’m sure you are gonna love it, and if you haven’t read her beforehand, this book would definitely be a good place to start. Its aContinue reading “These precious days”
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