Ways of Healing in India
An anecdote-rich and well-researched book about the fascinating variety of healing strategies in India that co-exist with mainstream allopathic practice
Empire of Tea: The Asian Leaf That Conquered The World
An engrossing read about the beverage that conquered the world
Kolkata: The city’s forgotten mansions
Joanne Taylor and John Lang’s book tells us about the of architecture of the houses in Calcutta that reflect the city’s history
Silk Route: A Biography
A great introduction to the languages, culture and arts that flourished with the Silk Route
Lingering Charm Of Delhi: Myth, Lore and History
R.V Smith gives us an insight into the history of Delhi in his latest novel
Princely Palaces In New Delhi
Sumanta K. Bhowmick takes us on a historic tour to tell us the story of Delhi’s royal residences
Travels in war-torn Sri Lanka
Elephant Complex is not just about travel in Sri Lanka but also about its political and historical trajectories
Guide to Jaipur
Walk around the old city of Jaipur with Dharmendar Kanwar’s ‘Jaipur: 10 Easy Walks’.
Guide to Hampi
John M Fritz and George Michell unravels every aspect of Hampi’the sprawling capital of the Vijayanagara empire’in their book ‘Hampi’.
Darjeeling tea: Past, present and future
Jeff Koehler, in his book ‘Darjeeling: The Colourful History and Precarious Fate of the World’s Greatest Tea’ explores not only the tea-town but also the history of Darjeeling tea.