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beautiful thing
Sonia Faleiro was a reporter in search of a story when she met Leela, a beautiful and charismatic bar dancer with a story to tell.Leela introduced Sonia to the underworld of Bombay’s dance bars: a world of glamorous women, of fierce love, sex and violence, of customers and gangsters, of police, prostitutes and pimps.When an ambitious politician cashed in on a tide of false morality and had Bombay’s dance bars wiped out, Leela’s proud independence faced its greatest test. In a city where almost everyone is certain that someone, somewhere, is worse off than them, she fights to survive, and to win.Beautiful Thing, one of the most original works of non-fiction from India in years, is a vivid and intimate portrait of one reporter’s journey into the dark, pulsating and ultimately damaged soul of Bombay.
Power of master minds
Are you a dreamer? Is shortage of money stopping you from realising your dreams?Do you wish to master the art of creating wealth?Then, your search is over!Power of the Master Mind is a treasure trove of knowledge and insights by the most legendary finance gurus and bestselling authors of all times. Full of effective financial planning hacks and advices, it will give you a new perspective on creating wealth and paving the way for success!Pick this book up to learn:• Helpful strategies on financial planning.• How highly successful and rich people manage their finances.• How to make more money and thrive professionally and personally.• How to change your life and make it better.
Unbounded by Abhayanand
What does it take to head the policedepartment in a state with an intriguing political backdrop? How did apoliceman move unarmed and fearlessly for 37 long years in the badlands ofBihar? Can a tough taskmaster be a humanist at heart?Thisbook explores such compelling questions through the eyes of Bihar’s mostcelebrated police officer, Abhayanand. Entering the world of police with themindset of a physicist, he became a very unconventional police officer.Thisis a tale of how his scientific mind remained ‘unbounded’, egging him to remaininnovative in tackling crime. Through real incidents and experiences, theauthor, in his unique style, narrates how he used law over the muscle power ofpolice in obliterating some of the most heinous crimes in the most unusualways. He also presents a bird’s-eye view of the criminal justice system and thesociopolitical ambience of our society.Bihar’sformer director general of police (DGP) became a household name for the impacthe created, so much so that criminals of all hues—from bahubalis toconmen—dreaded Abhayanand, not for his gun but for his intelligence and hissteel grip.Thebook also clears the mist surrounding the grand social experiment popularlyknown as Super 30, which he conceptualized and implemented in order to helpunderprivileged students make it to the prestigious IITs. Thereafter, he alsocreated an equally successful Rahmani 30, which taught underprivileged Muslimstudents.This is the riveting story of a policeman, aphysicist, a teacher and a humanist.
APJ Abdul Kalam TURNING POINTS
Turning Points takes up the incredible Kalam story from where Wings of Fire left off. It brings together details from his career and presidency that are not generally known as he speaks out for the first time on certain points of controversy. It offers insight not only into an extraordinary personality but also a vision of how a country with a great heritage can become great in accomplishment, skills and abilities through effort, perseverance and confidence. It is a continuing saga, above all, of a journey, individual and collective, that will take India to 2020 and beyond as a developed nation.
APJ Abdul Kalam .My Journey
From a small boy growing up in Rameswaram, to becoming the country?s eleventh President, A.P.J. Abdul Kalam?s life has been a tale of extraordinary determination, courage, perseverance and the desire to excel. In this series of anecdotes and profiles, Dr Kalam looks back on key moments in his past?some small and some momentous?and tells the reader how each of them inspired him profoundly. With warmth and affection, he talks about the people who left a deep impression on him as he was growing up and as an adult, and the lessons he drew from his interactions with them. He describes those who have been the closest to him?his father with his deep love of God, his mother and her great kindness, his mentors who helped shape his thoughts and outlook. There are heart-warming accounts here of his childhood years spent in a small town by the Bay of Bengal and the many struggles and sacrifices made on the path to becoming a scientist and then the President of India. Dr Kalam also writes about the times when failure and dejection nearly overtook him and how he prevailed over those obstacles by drawing strength from books and spirituality.Nostalgic, honest, and deeply personal, My Journey is the story of a life as rich as it is unusual and the beautiful lessons to be learnt from it.
My Life A.P.J.Abdul Kalam
The story of my life has become intertwined with the story of this country. And somewhere along the way, as I met a million children across this land, I too learnt from a million minds. This book was not written to only tell my story. I want every young reader to think that this book is his or her story too. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam has been one of the most iconic figures of Independent India. A scientist, leader, thinker, teacher and writer, he achieved remarkable success in various fields. Yet, what endeared him to so many was his dedication to the idea of a developed India, his simple and direct way of interacting with people and his deep love for his fellowmen. In My Life Dr Kalam writes his life story starting from his days growing up at Rameswaram; about working on Indias space and missile programmes; his years as the eleventh President of India; and about his life thereafter. Full of anecdotes that demonstrate the importance of hard work, commitment, courage and innovative thinking, this autobiography is a wonderful introduction to a remarkable life. Beautifully illustrated and simply written, My Life will inspire readers of all ages. About the Author Born on 15 October 1931, at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, Dr Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam specialized in Aeronautical Engineering from Madras Institute of Technology. Dr
Can't Hurt Me
For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare - poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse colored his days and haunted his nights. But through self-discipline, mental toughness, and hard work, Goggins transformed himself from a depressed, overweight young man with no future into a U.S. Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. The only man in history to complete elite training as a Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force Tactical Air Controller, he went on to set records in numerous endurance events, inspiring Outside magazine to name him "The Fittest (Real) Man in America".In Can't Hurt Me, he shares his astonishing life story and reveals that most of us tap into only 40% of our capabilities. Goggins calls this The 40% Rule, and his story illuminates a path that anyone can follow to push past pain, demolish fear, and reach their full potential.
Organizational Behaviop
Long considered the standard for all organizational behavior textbooks, the Eighteenth Edition continues its tradition of making current, relevant research available to students in the language that they understand. While maintaining its hallmark features
Rebel girls
'The feminist bedtime story book you'll wish you had growing up' StylistWhat if the princess didn't marry Prince Charming but instead went on to be an astronaut? What if the jealous step sisters were supportive and kind? And what if the queen was the one really in charge of the kingdom? Illustrated by sixty female artists from every corner of the globe, Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls introduces us to one hundred remarkable women and their extraordinary lives, from Ada Lovelace to Malala, Elizabeth I to Serena Williams. Empowering, moving and inspirational, these are true fairy tales for heroines who definitely don't need rescuing.
It is the winning ticket
Introducing the life of Roald Dahl to a new generation of readers, Roald Dahl's Life in Stories takes a lively and entertaining trip through Dahl's own story. From his birth in Cardiff to boarding school and on to become a war hero, spy and then writer of some of the most popular children's books of all time - it's a hilarious and fact-filled adventure - perfect for fans old and new. With Steven Spielberg's adaption of Dahl's The BFG to be released in cinemas next July and centenary celebrations reaching a peak on Dahl Day in September, this is the perfect way to find out more about one of our best-loved writers. Originally published as part of the Horribly Famous series.
