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Growing Up in Pandupur

Author : Adithi Rao

Publisher : Zubaan Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 16,83 MB

Release : 2015-07-15

Category : Children's stories, American

ISBN : 9788189884932

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Welcome to Pandupur! With its bustling marketplace and honking traffic, posh colonies and shanty towns, railway station and dam, forests, parks, and playgrounds, Pandupur means many things to the children who live there. Just like the river Dhun that flows by, it is teeming with life. Through Pandupur s children, Adithi and Chatura Rao weave a web of stories life-lessons in growing up: laughter and tears, insecurities, small unkindnesses and surprising friendships, stories that will resonate in the hearts and minds of children everywhere. "



Shakuntala and Other Stories from Ancient India

Author : Adithi Rao

Publisher : Penguin Books India

Page : 180 pages

File Size : 46,27 MB

Release : 2007

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 9780143330394

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Six unforgettable stories of love and bravery, treachery and injustice, from ancient Indian literature Classical Sanskrit and Tamil writing teem with a myriad characters, and here we meet some truly memorable ones. This collection of six plays, poems and epics retold for children includes ‘Shakuntala’, a heartrending story of the love between the beautiful Shakuntala and King Dushyanta; ‘The Little Clay Cart’, where the evil designs of the king and his family are foiled by the righteous Charudatta and Vasantasena; ‘The Story of an Anklet’, about Kannagi, who wreaks a terrible revenge for the wrong done to her; ‘Manimekalai’, the extraordinary account of a woman’s search for her true calling; ‘The Last Trial of Sita’, in which the playwright gives a whole new ending to the Ramayana, and ‘The Broken Thigh’, about the final, desperate combat between Duryodhana and Bheema on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Accompanied by descriptions of the authors’ lives and the time when the stories were written, these lively retellings are an ideal introduction to some of the best-known stories from the Indian classics.



Gone Grandmother

Author : Chatura Rao

Publisher :

Page : pages

File Size : 38,18 MB

Release : 2016

Category : Children's stories

ISBN : 9789350468135

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Chaitanya's Life And Teachings : From His Contemporary Begali Biography The Chaitanya-Charit-Amrita

Author : Kṛṣṇadāsa Kavirāja Gosvāmi

Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan

Page : 248 pages

File Size : 21,13 MB

Release : 2024-09-23

Category : Religion

ISBN :

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Immerse yourself in the spiritual journey of one of India's revered saints with Krsnadasa Kaviraja Gosvami’s ""Chaitanya’s Life and Teachings."". This profound work offers a detailed account of the life, teachings, and impact of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, a pivotal figure in the Gaudiya Vaishnavism tradition. As Kaviraja Gosvami’s narrative unfolds, explore the spiritual wisdom and transformative teachings of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. The book provides a deep dive into the devotional practices and philosophical insights that continue to inspire followers today. But here's an enlightening question: How do Chaitanya’s teachings address the spiritual needs and aspirations of contemporary seekers? Kaviraja Gosvami’s account invites readers to explore the timeless relevance of these teachings in modern spiritual practice. Experience the spiritual depth of ""Chaitanya’s Life and Teachings,"" where each chapter offers insights into the life and philosophy of a revered saint. Kaviraja Gosvami’s detailed writing provides a valuable resource for those interested in devotional spirituality and the history of the Gaudiya tradition. Are you ready to explore the profound teachings of ""Chaitanya’s Life and Teachings""? Engage with inspiring and transformative content that illuminates the path of devotion and spiritual growth. The book’s rich narrative offers a deep connection to Chaitanya Mahaprabhu’s teachings and their enduring significance. Don’t miss the opportunity to delve into this spiritual classic. Purchase ""Chaitanya’s Life and Teachings"" today, and enrich your understanding of devotional practice and philosophy. Get your copy now and discover the timeless wisdom of Krsnadasa Kaviraja Gosvami’s account of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu’s life and teachings.



Amie and the Chawl of Colour

Author : Chatura Rao

Publisher : Penguin Books India

Page : 108 pages

File Size : 21,81 MB

Release : 2004

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 9780143335924

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A Magical Tale Of Bringing Colour Back Into The City All Colour Has Left Amie'S City, Doombay, Making Its Usually Friendly People Think In Black And White And Come To Fists Over Petty Differences, And Issues Of Caste And Religion. Worse Still, It Makes Amie'S Mother Ill. The Only Way To Save Her Is To Bring Colour Back. So Amie Embarks On A Quest To Hue Country, Meeting Along The Way Her Allies Mitey The Flea, Soma The Ant, And The Rat Dveeja. But The Problem Is Greater Than Amie Has Anticipated, For Hue Country, Where Colours Are Sieved, Sifted, Sung And Danced Into Being, Is Besieged By The Evil, Egoistic Emperor Of Gloom And His Minions & A Fascinating Tale Of Imaginary Landscapes And Magical Adventures, In The Tradition Of The Little Prince And Haroun And The Sea Of Stories, Amie And The Chawl Of Colour Marks The Debut Of A Promising New Talent.



Chaitanya's Life and Teachings

Author : B 1518 or 1519 Krshnadasa Kaviraja

Publisher : Legare Street Press

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 15,60 MB

Release : 2022-10-27

Category :

ISBN : 9781019205471

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.



Left from the Nameless Shop

Author : Adithi Rao

Publisher : Harper Collins

Page : 328 pages

File Size : 35,97 MB

Release : 2018-12-25

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 9353023262

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A boy communes with the gods by talking to a pillar. The 'hibiscus girl' has her head in the clouds and feet gently planted in her husband's home. Two women, married to the same man, find a strange camaraderie binding them together. The whole town gathers to save the friendly neighbourhood shopkeeper's ice cream from spoiling in the heat. Short-tempered Seshadri hides a terrible shame in his outbursts. A grandfather passes on the magic of self-belief to his grandson.Reminiscent of Malgudi Days, Adithi Rao's debut Left from the Nameless Shop is a charming collection of interconnected stories set in the 1980s featuring the residents of Rudrapura, a small, fictitious town in Karnataka. This is a place bubbling with energy and the sense of community -- one you probably lived in and loved while growing up. These are stories of the life you have left behind. One that you hope to return to.



A Blueprint for Love

Author : Chatura Rao

Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing

Page : 186 pages

File Size : 40,29 MB

Release : 2016-10-20

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 9386250039

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Haunted by memories of her dead sister and childhood home, Reva meets her sister's then-boyfriend, Suveer, every year for a day in a friendship that seems to offer each of them a way to come to terms with the past. Suveer is reporting an election story of 'dishousing' on a bungalow belonging to a Muslim businessman in a Hindu-dominated area of Gandhinagar. Unable to remain objective when the mob turns on Mahnoor, a young Muslim woman, he is beaten up and hospitalised. Without a second thought Reva leaves her husband and goes to him. Suveer and Reva seek shelter with Mahnoor and her husband Zahyan, who find the life they'd painstakingly constructed is slowly unravelling. This gripping story asks the question: where is home? Reva and Suveer, Zahyan and Mahnoor, be it in circumstances of love or loss, ever seek a path to return by.



Chuchu Manthu’s Jar of Toffees

Author : Adithi Rao

Publisher : Pratham Books

Page : 17 pages

File Size : 47,64 MB

Release :

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN :

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Chuchu Manthu is the most loving person Preet knows. After his death, Preet wonders if his kindness has disappeared with him. Based on a true story about loss and grief, and compassion in everyday actions. Story Attribution: ‘Chuchu Manthu's Jar of Toffees’ is written by Adithi Rao. © Pratham Books, 2019. Some rights reserved. Released under CC BY 4.0 license. (http://creativecommons. org/licenses/by/4.0/) Other Credits: 'Chuchu Manthu's Jar of Toffees' has been published on StoryWeaver by Pratham Books. www.prathambooks.org Guest Art Director: Somesh Kumar; Adithi dedicates this book to Mr. U. Suresh Rao, her Chuchu Manthu, the kindest person in her world. Krishna dedicates this book to Rabbit, Ball, Pigeon, Princess Rio and Abu.



Third Best

Author : K. Arjun Rao

Publisher : Hachette India

Page : 388 pages

File Size : 41,15 MB

Release : 2012-03-12

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 9350093715

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Welcome to Shore Mount ? one of India's most prestigious co-ed residential schools. Here, short skirts reign and sports stars are revered, and skinny dips and sneaking girls into boys' rooms are as much a part of the curriculum as the cool Mr Gomez's literature lessons... Into this world arrives Nirvan Shrivastava, with tremendous expectations weighing on his shoulders. After all, he's following in the footsteps of three generations of brilliant Shrivastavas immortalized on every possible honors board in the school. As he hesitatingly negotiates the crazy roller-coaster ride that is life at Shore Mount, he finds true buddies in Gautam, an unlikely musical genius obsessed with all things edible, and Faraz, the slick ladies' man. Together the boys discover that in Shore Mount survival means much more than braving the chill of heater-less dorms, or scrubbing toilets clean with toothbrushes. And as they learn to stand up to vicious bullies on and off the playing fields and survive the agony of heartaches and broken bones, they find themselves hurtling towards adulthood far sooner than they could have ever imagined...