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Bharatanatyam: From

Temple to Theatre

Anne-Marie Gaston,

Rs. 600.00

This illuminating account of how both hereditary and non-hereditary dancers, teachers and critics view the evolution of Bharatanatyam provides a critique of the place of this classical dance in Indian society and of the concept of `traditional' in the late 20th century India. The Years With Ross

James Thurber, Rs. 483.00

This is the famous humorist's celebrated and poignant memoir about his years at The New Yorker with the unforgettable Harold Ross. The portrait of Ross captures not only a complex literary giant, but also a historic friendship and a glorious era as well.

How to Play Bass Guitar

Laurence Canty,

Rs. 421.00

This book is like having your own private tutor. Filled with helpful exercises and advice, it contains everything you need to know to start playing with confidence and authority.

Longitudes and Attitudes

Thomas L. Friedman,

Rs. 444.00

The Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and author gives us an incisive commentary on the most momentous news story of our time, as well as a diary of his private experiences and reflections during his post-September 11 travels. It contains the thoughts of the writer on the war against terrorism, destruction of Saddam Hussein's regime in Iraq etc.

Historic Speeches

Ed. by Brian MacArthur, Rs. 648.70

This volume brings together the words of over a hundred men and women, from Moses to Mandela, who helped to change the world through the sheer power of their oratory.

The Good Parts

Ed. by J. H. Blair,

Rs.387.00

Drawn from the works of dozens of the best contemporary American writers, this work comprises an erotic anthology that are both richly diverse and audaciously original, warmly sensual and playfully perverse.

Richard Dawkins

Ed. by Alan Grafen & Mark Ridley, Rs. 425.00

In 1976, a young zoology lecturer, Richard Dawkins, at Oxford University published his first book. Powerfully encapsulating a gene's eye view of life, The Selfish Gene rapidly became deeply influential both within biology and associated disciplines, and in wider intellectual debate, catapulting the author to fame. This collection of essays reflects on Dawkins' contribution and influence as scientist, rationalist, writer and public intellectual.

Hindustani Music: A Tradition in Transition

Deepak Raja, Rs. 490.00

This is a wide-ranging survey of the North Indian tradition of classical music during the post-independence period. Explicitly, this book addresses music lovers of above-average familiarity with Hindustani music and their curiosity about its inner workings.

Orwell in Spain

George Orwell, Rs. 590.00

Here, for the first time in one volume, are George Orwell's complete writings on the Spanish Civil War, an experience, which had a profound effect on his life and work. The lucidity and precision of Orwell's prose is amply evident in this work.

Film Directors A-Z

Geoff Andrew, Rs. 1,500.00

Covering the true originals of classic Hollywood cinema, the masters of world cinema, the more distinctive contemporary filmmakers and a number of downright eccentrics, this work, is a companion to the all time great visuals stylists. Each director's entry includes up-to-date biographical and filmographic information and a list of thematically and stylistically related directors.

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