Discover India: Wildlife of India
Discover India: Wildlife of India

Author: Sonia Mehta

Publisher: Puffin

Published: 2019-11-20

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 9780143445272

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Mishki and Pushka are can't wait to get going. Daadu Dolma is taking them on a safari to see some of India's famed wildlife. They're about see rare animals like the Gangetic dolphin, meet endangered species like the Bengal tigers and one-horned rhinoceros, watch some amazing reptiles slither around and spot colourful birds like the fire-tailed myzornis and the Himalayan monal! With so many mountains, forests, water bodies, swamps and deserts, it's no surprise that India has such amazing wildlife. So get set to join your favourite happy campers and their good old friend, Daadu Dolma and learn all about India's incredible wildlife. Wildlife of India is part of the Discover India series of books that contain lots of fun facts and engaging activities. Through these books, you will delve into the history, culture, food, festivals, wildlife, monuments of India, and find out what makes this diverse nation such a fascinating place to be.

Indian Mammals
Indian Mammals

Author: Vivek Menon

Publisher: Hachette India

Published: 2023-05-16

Total Pages: 892

ISBN-13: 9393701903

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A fully updated edition of the bestselling guide to the mammals of India Covering the rich diversity of mammal species in India, from tigers, elephants, rhinoceros and whales to primates, rodents and bats, Indian Mammals is field-ready, illustrated and comprehensive in approach. Rigorously researched, Indian Mammals reflects a lifetime's work by Vivek Menon, one of India's leading authorities on Indian wildlife. Planned for easy reference, this compact guide is the essential resource for wildlifers of any age, including animal watchers, eco-tourists and active conservationists. * More than 440 species of both terrestrial and aquatic mammals with introductory pages on each order * Describes key identification features, biometrics, behaviour, social strategies, habitat and distribution * Over 1,000 carefully curated photographs and supplementary illustrations * 140-plus updated distribution maps * Colour tabs for sections to facilitate ease of use * Live-action field notes from the author

Discover India: Culture, Food and People
Discover India: Culture, Food and People

Author: Sonia Mehta

Publisher: India Puffin

Published: 2019-12-20

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 9780143445265

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There's possibly no other country in the world that's as diverse as India. Thanks to its colourful history and influx of people from all over the world, India is today a glorious mix of religions, cultures, and traditions. Why does India have so many languages? What is 'Indian' food? How do people celebrate special occasions? Find out all about India's culture, food and people in this exciting book.

Discover India: India Activity Book
Discover India: India Activity Book

Author: Sonia Mehta

Publisher: Puffin

Published: 2019-11-20

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 9780143445289

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Mishki and Pushka have learned a lot about India. And now they're ready to solve the puzzles, riddles and activities that Daadu Dolma has created specially for them. Join them and take on the challenge of completing these activities on India's history, its kings and queens, its festivals and monuments, its art and culture. There's sure to be lots of fun along the way! The India Activity Book is part of the Discover India series of books that contain lots of fun facts and engaging activities. Through these books, you will delve into the history, culture, food, festivals, wildlife, monuments of India, and find out what makes this diverse nation such a fascinating place to be.

Wild India
Wild India

Author: Axel Gomille

Publisher:

Published: 2017-11-16

Total Pages: 204

ISBN-13: 9781906506636

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Wild India takes you on a journey to discover the wildlife wonders of the Indian subcontinent in all their splendour and beauty. India's enormous landmass plays host to a huge diversity of wildlife and its geography ranges from the southernmost tip at the beaches of Tamil Nadu, to the northern snow-capped mountains of the Himalayas, and from Thar desert in the west to the rainforests in the northeast on the border to Myanmar. This variety of habitats has led to an extremely diverse flora and fauna, which is documented in this beautiful photographic book. India has one of the highest human populations on earth, though despite such populations density, its enormous landmass plays host to a huge diversity of wildlife. Of the worlds 37 known species of wild cats, 14 are found in India more than in any other country. There are about 350 species of mammals, 540 species of reptiles and 1200 species of birds breeding in India.The geography of the Indian subcontinent ranges from the southern most tip at the beaches of Tamil Nadu, to the northern snow-capped mountains of the Himalayas. AUTHOR: Axel Gomille worked as a biologist and field guide in the central Indian tiger reserves of Kanha and Bandhavgarh before going on to a career as a TV editor. His award-winning photographs have been exhibited worldwide.

Discover India: Monuments of India
Discover India: Monuments of India

Author: Sonia Mehta

Publisher: India Puffin

Published: 2020-01-20

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 9780143450092

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Who built Fatehpur Sikri to be the capital of his empire? What is the thousand-year-old temple in Thanjavur called? Where would you find Thembang Fortified Village and who lives there? Who painted the murals at Ajanta and Ellora? Discover the answers to all these questions and more with Mishki and Pushka. Join them as Daadu Dolma takes them--and you!--on a whirlwind tour of some of India's most beautiful and awe-inspiring monuments. From pre-historic cave paintings to rock carvings, ancient temples to unconquerable forts to Mughal tombs, India has something for everyone.

Discover India: The Complete Collection
Discover India: The Complete Collection

Author: Sonia Mehta

Publisher: Puffin

Published: 2019-07-25

Total Pages: 1920

ISBN-13: 9780143448532

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The Discover India series will take you on a grand tour of every single one of our country's states. Join the adorable Pushka and Mishki and the wise and witty Daadu Dolma as they traverse the length and breadth of India. Meet nawabs in Andhra Pradesh, roam the highways of Haryana, learn the history of Odisha, study the culture of Bihar, explore the snow-laden valleys of Uttarakhand and pick up a new dance in Sikkim.

Discover India: Festivals of India
Discover India: Festivals of India

Author: Sonia Mehta

Publisher: Puffin

Published: 2019-09-20

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 9780143445258

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India is a mix of many cultures and people, which means there are literally hundreds of reasons to celebrate! Have you ever wondered what Onam is all about? Why people eat hot cross buns at Easter? Are Pongal, Lohri and Sankranti all the same festival? Why do people fast during Ramzan? Get ready to find the answers to all of these questions and dive into the stories behind these festivals and many others.

Mammals of India
Mammals of India

Author: Vivek Menon

Publisher:

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13:

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Originally published as: A field guide to Indian mammals / Vivek Menon. Delhi, India: Dorling Kindersley, 2003.

Birds of Northern India
Birds of Northern India

Author: Richard Grimmett

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 0713651679

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An exploration of the birdlife of northern India and Pakistan. The plates are accompanied by text that highlights the identification, voice, habitat, altitudinal range, distribution and status of the birds. The text is on pages facing the plates, and there are distribution maps for every species.