Limca Book of Records 2024
Limca Book of Records 2024

Author: Hachette India

Publisher: Hachette India

Published: 2024-01-24

Total Pages: 908

ISBN-13: 9357317651

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India's longest-running record book completing 34 years FEATS OF EXTRAORDINARY TENACITY STORIES OF STUNNING PERFORMANCES TRIUMPHS OF NEVER-SAY-DIE ACHIEVERS India's most comprehensive book of records captures the country's stellar achievements in human endeavour, structures, sports, education, defence, government, science and technology, adventure, business, cinema, environment and sustainability, literature, and the arts. From the longest, tallest, and fastest to the unique and truly extraordinary, this curation of superlatives presents a remarkable range of newly set records and those that have stood steadfast over the years. A recap of the record-breaking show at the Asian Games 2022 and a focus section on Indian Parliament make this edition extra special. Records in the conservation of the environment and betterment of our communities, among others, are sure to resonate and motivate readers. This edition of India's number one record-cum-reference book, with over 450 coloured images, is packed with informative timelines, reader-friendly infographics, tables, and number trivia. Limca Book of Records 2024 promises to thrill, enrich, and entertain! ... as always!

The Puffin Book of 100 Extraordinary Indians
The Puffin Book of 100 Extraordinary Indians

Author: Venkatesh Vedam

Publisher: Penguin Random House India Private Limited

Published: 2022-01-24

Total Pages: 309

ISBN-13: 9354923615

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The Puffin Book of 100 Extraordinary Indians is a celebration of achievements and personal stories of those who forged new paths for themselves and others in a way that it continues to affect modern lives. Written as short anecdotal biographical sketches, the book presents lives of scientists, doctors, activists, painters, sportspeople, dancers, political leaders and many more from different walks of life. Among 100 extraordinary Indians are names like Irom Sharmila, Dutee Chand, Bhagat Singh, Gauri Sawant, Virat Kohli, Satya Nadella, Chatrapati Shivaji. Whether they climbed the heights, swam the depths, mastered science or track and field, picked the baton of education or activism--each of their stories is replete with big and small victories that continue to inspire.

The Puffin Book of 100 Great Indians
The Puffin Book of 100 Great Indians

Author:

Publisher: Puffin

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 9780143331735

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Pioneering scientist and mathematician Aryabhatta; Missile man Dr Kalam; economist and Nobel laureate Dr Amartya Sen; Indias Renaissance man Ram Mohan Roy;

The Extraordinary Life of Mahatma Gandhi
The Extraordinary Life of Mahatma Gandhi

Author: Chitra Soundar

Publisher: Penguin UK

Published: 2019-09-05

Total Pages: 129

ISBN-13: 0241375479

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From growing up in India and studying in London to becoming a political activist in South Africa and taking on the battle for independence in India, Mahatma Gandhi's legacy has lived on well beyond his years. Read the life story of this brilliant, strong-willed and influential man in this beautifully illustrated book, complete with real-life stories, timelines and facts.

The Little Book Of Relationships
The Little Book Of Relationships

Author: Osho

Publisher: Penguin UK

Published: 2001-09-17

Total Pages: 131

ISBN-13: 9351184447

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Must love and sex go together? Is solitude always lonely? Why is change so threatening? Delving deep into the human heart and mind. Osho's Little Book of Relationships addresses questions about love and life that have troubled all of us at some point in our lives.

Homeless Bird
Homeless Bird

Author: Gloria Whelan

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2009-10-06

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 0061975826

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The National Book Award-winning novel about one remarkable young woman who dares to defy fate, perfect for readers who enjoyed A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park or Inside Out and Back Again by Thanhha Lai. Like many girls her age in India, thirteen-year-old Koly faces her arranged marriage with hope and courage. But Koly's story takes a terrible turn when in the wake of the ceremony, she discovers she's been horribly misled—her life has been sold for a dowry. Can she forge her own future, even in the face of time-worn tradition? Perfect for schools and classrooms, this universally acclaimed, bestselling, and award-winning novel by master of historical fiction Gloria Whelan is a gripping tale of hope that will transport readers of all ages.

The Puffin Factfinder
The Puffin Factfinder

Author: Derek O’Brien

Publisher: Penguin UK

Published: 2011-12-15

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 8184758782

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Who was the first man to play golf on the moon? What was the name of the poet known as ‘The Parrot of India’? Where would you weigh less—Equator or the North Pole? Asia’s best-known quizmaster Derek O’Brien brings this ultimate reference book for students and inquisitive minds. Exhaustive and comprehensive, The Puffin Factfinder gives relevant information on everything you wanted to know. This handy book provides reliable and interesting information on a varied range of subjects, including history, geography, politics, science, literature, music, mathematics and more. Here’s your chance to get a lowdown on anything from historical anecdotes to global warming, the solar system to social networking. Comprising facts, figures, statistics and intriguing trivia, this indispensible reference book is ideal for schools, libraries and any quiz or trivia junkie.

Another Dozen Stories
Another Dozen Stories

Author: SATYAJIT. RAY

Publisher: Puffin

Published: 2021-09

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 9780143447030

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Celebrating 100 years of Satyajit Ray A classic keepsake edition, featuring 12 fascinating stories by a master storyteller Featuring Ray's original artwork Another Dozen Stories brings to you the magical, bizarre, spooky and sometimes astonishing worlds created by Satyajit Ray, featuring an extraordinary bunch of characters! While 'The McKenzie Fruit' trails a humble man trying to leave his mark in history, 'Worthless' is a moving story about a seemingly hapless character not quite able to win the confidence of his family. Meet Professor Hijibijbij, the eccentric scientist bent on creating living replicas of peculiar creatures and follow Master Angshuman into a nail-biting and unexpected adventure on the sets of his very first film. This collection includes twelve hair-raising stories that will leave you asking for more! Translated for the very first time into English by noted translator Indrani Majumdar, this edition is a tribute to Ray's immaculate literary genius and a gift for his many fans and followers on the centenary of his birth.

Black in Time
Black in Time

Author: Alison Hammond

Publisher: Penguin UK

Published: 2022-06-09

Total Pages: 184

ISBN-13: 0241532329

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Hiya! Alison Hammond here! I love getting to know all about different people and I'll tell you a secret . . . sometimes people we don't know much about are the most interesting of all! Which is really what this book is all about. Let me ask you a question: How many Black people can you name from our history? Mary Seacole? Ira Aldridge? George Bridgetower? Pablo Fanque? Walter Tull? Have you heard of these people? Yes? That's great! But if you haven't, don't worry, you're not alone, which is why I'm so excited to tell you all about them. Because the people in this book should be totally famous given the AMAZING things they've done! And we're not going to stop in the past, I'll introduce you to people making waves right here and now! From sportspeople to scientists, activists to musicians, politicians to writers, we're going to meet a whole bunch of AWESOME people who have helped shape the world we live in. So, are ready for you a journey Black in time?? Course you are, let's go!