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The Buddha of Suburbia By Hanif Kureishi

Recommended for Classes 9 to 12 A wonderful first novel by the author. Best comic novels of growing up, and one of the

sharpest satires on race relations in England. Story of a teenager

desperate to escape suburban South London. He starts to win the

sort of attention which he has been craving for – with rude and

raucous results.

The Mosquito Coast

By Paul Theroux

Fiction

Enormously exciting magnificently

stimulating and as appressive and powerful as its central character. Allie Fox abandons civilization in

modern America and takes the family to live in the Honduran

Jungle.

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Vaastu of Archiecture

and design

By Sashikala Ananth

General Book

Today people expect Vaastu application to provide them instant

cures and unending prosperity by relocating an entrance, window or

room. It is of immense value to Vaastu consult art and architecture

students alike.

The Armchair Econimist

By Steven S. Landsburg

Recommended for Classes 9 to 12

The author has done expounded basic

economic principles with „wit and verve‟. It includes contemporary applications of

the economic theory with emphasis on todays concerns, including political

strategies.

Stress Control

By Susan Balfour

General Book

The author gives alternative ways of

approaching and thinking about life and it‟s challenges, and suggests simple

solutions which can be applied to modern problems.

Space Today

By Mohan Sundara Rajan


A non-technical presentation of the

most significant recent developments in space technology and applications in

India &abroad. Including India‟s mastery of rockets & missile technology,

amazing features of the earth etc.

A Marathi Saga

By Yashodabai Joshi


This is a story that spans 80 years of

the rise ans fall of the Raj. The story of Sir Moropant and lady Yashodabai

Joshi is a fascinating and a rare autobiography. It is history as told by

an eyewitness.

From Coin to Credit

Cards

By K.V. Singh


The book contains the journey of money, birth of coins in India, modern-

Indian mints India‟s paper money and finally credit cards & electronic money.

Economics Explained

By Robert Heilbroner

Recommended for Classes 9

to 12

The book contains the concepts

related to economics in detail. Macro and Micro Economics are

also explained with various sub titles/lessons under their. The

book also political and social choices, globalized capitalism

and much more.

Chanakya Niti Kautilya

Arthashastra

By Shrikant Prasoon


This book gives a vivid description of

Chanakya‟s doctrine, as written in his famous book, Arthashastra. There are

17 chapters in the book. The book also has salient and interesting incidents

from Chanakya‟s life along with attractive illustrations.

Battle hymn of the Tiger

Mother

By Amy Chua


This is a story about a mother, two

daughter and two dogs. Courageous, thought-provoking and funny, the story describes a bitter clash of cultures and

a fleeting taste of glory. It is an honest memoir of the author‟s willingness to

share her struggles and her priorities. A peak into the lives of a Chinese-Jewish-

American family, the book makes for an interesting read.

The Last War

By Sandipan Deb


A modern-day version of the Mahabharata, the book is a page-

turning account of brothers in arms and families at war. The story is set in the gritty expanse of India‟s most dynamic

city, Mumbai, and tells how loyalties are tested, blood is drawn and how only

„dharma‟ can justify the means to a devastating end.

The Great Railway Bazaar

By Paul Theroux


The book is an account of the author‟s epic journey by rail through Asia. Filled

with evocative names of legendary train routes, it describes the many places,

cultures, sights and sounds he experiences and the fascinating people

he meets. It is an entertaining travelogue that pays loving tribute to the joys of railways and train travel.

Mathematics Laboratory

Manual

By NCERT


Based on mathematics curriculum for IX-X. 66 activities are given in this

manual including general experiments.

The Book of Gold Leaves

By Mirza Waheed


Set in the Kashmir of 1990s, that

simmered with political strife and rebellion, it is an age-old tale of love,

war, duty and choice. It is a devastatingly resonant and a beautifully

written story of two lovers who are destined to meet in the city of Srinagar

and how the city they call home is besieged and engulfed in violence.

Pitch It

By NCERT


This is an innovative and delightful

book consisting of enthralling anecdotes, linking top cricketing giants

and corporate moghuls, that will act as a catalyst for professionals to soar to

top echelons in their respective fields. Crisp and candid, the book is a must-

read for all cricket lovers, as it talks about ethics, teamwork, leadership and

attitude.

The Man who Knew Infinity

By Robert Kanigel Recommended for Classes 8 to 12

This is a fascinating biography of the

brilliant Indian Mathematician, Srinivasa Ramanujan. The book talks

about the cross-cultural collaboration between Ramanujan and his mentor at

Cambridge University, G.H. Hardy. The author tells this extraordinary tale,

assessing the legacy of self-taught Indian mathematical genius. The book

is fascinating and inspiring.

Hum Bhrashtan Ke Bhrasht

Hamare By Shard Joshi


Humorous and funny anecdots written

in the backdrop of present political and social set-up. An apt political satire

which enhances its importance in todays scenario.

Maharana Pratap

By Rajender Shankar Bhatt Recommended for Classes 8 to 12

In this book author has presented the

importance of the life of Maharana Pratap. He has taken great ease to write

complete truth about his life.

Romping in Numberland

By P.K. Srinivasan Recommended for Classes

5 to 8

It is an attempt to show how children can enter the threshold

of fascinating world of numbers by using simple skills and

imaginative faculties.

The Joy of Mathemetics By Sumita Bose


The book has presented the so called dry contents of mathematics in a fun

and enjoyable manner. It contains thought provoking puzzles,

mathematical jokes, math magic, games & activities etc.

The Singapore Kid By Jessica Alejandro


An interesting story line and contains

10 chapters. A brilliantly written piece about an 11 year old boy growing up in

affluent Singapore and his life that becomes roller coaster ride of fun,

quirks, suspense, sadness and very strange. This book evokes both tears

and laughter.

Indira Priyadarshni

By Manorama Zafaa Recommended for Classes 6 to 8

The book is about Indira Gandhi and

her life. The book talks about her achievements and shows various shades

of her life.

The Lost World By Sir Arthur Conan Doyle


Professor Challenger believes that he

can find a lost world full of dinosaurs in the middle of the Amazon forest. But

this world is dangerous to reach, and, once the Professor and his group of

explorers arrive, things get even more dangerous. Will they return alive ? Find

out …

Children Who Made It Big

By Thangamani Recommended for Classes 5 to 7

The book gives short accounts of the

lives of some of india‟s famous personalities from diverse fields like art,

music, literature and theatre. The list includes names like Sai Paranjpai,

Amjad Ali Khan, Vishwanathan Anand, Lila Seth, Ruskin Bond and many more.

The book beautifully brings out the fact that greatness is a achieved through

determination and perseverance and that it is possible to scale great heights

with these qualities.

Emma By Jane Austen


This is a story of Emma Woodhouse who is beautiful, clever and rich. She

lives alone wih her father and spends a lot of her time matchmaking for her

friends. Will Emma‟s matchmaking make her friend Harriet happy?

The Three Musketeers By Alexandre Dumas


One of Alexandre Dumas‟s most famous

books, „The Three Musketeers‟ is the story of Young d‟ Artagnan, who comes

to Paris with a dream – to become a King‟s Musketeer. He soon befriends

three brave soldiers. Can the four of them fight against the evil plans of their

enemies ? Read the book to find out !

The Tempest By William Shakespeare


William Shakespeare‟s only play with an original story, „The Tempest‟ is the story

of Prospero, the Duke of Milan, and his daughter Miranda, who are far away

from home, alone on an island. Prospero awaits justice for the wrong done to him

by his brother and friend, twelve years ago. Read the book to find out if

Prospero gets what he wants.

Story Building By Jane Spiro

Recommended for teachers

This book gives teachers practical

guidance in language teaching through series of activities which includes

speaking and writing skills, reporting verbs, direct speech, letters, diaries etc.

Screamer to sweet By Lorraine Thomas


Book for young parents who are having “nappy nightmare” and “dreaming of

blissful sleep”. It describes 100 easy steps to go from “infant inferno” to

tamed tot” it will help to tackle crisis and echos with a no nonsense action

plan that will help to tame those toddlers.

Bullying and Harrasment By Frank Scott-Margaret

Recommended for Classes for teachers

It contains all of the relevant issues

around Bullying and Harrasment in the work place. This book is informative and

easy to read.

Drama and Improvisation By Ken Wilson


This book will help teachers who are interested in using drama in the

classroom. It is designed to enliven English classes through drama activities and to activate students imagination

and enhance their creativity. It is a guide in key aspects of language

teaching.

Conversation By Rob Nolasco


The book uses the characteristics of

native-speaker conversation to from a basis for teaching the skills of speaking.

It is a useful source of ideas to supplement any coursebook. It aims to

develop students ability to speak English fluently and confidently.

Gandhi : Ek Jeevan By Krishan Kriplani

Recommended for General Book The book is about Mahatma Gandhi. It

contains series of lessons dealing with different shades of Gandhiji‟s life.

Train Your Brain : Puzzle Book By Menso Kids


This puzzle book contains IQ questions

to test logical reasoning of a child. The book is packed with questions to test

child‟s verbal and numerical reasoning. Very colourful and attraction book.

Around The World In Eighty

Days By Jules Verne


This is one of Jules Verne‟s Most Exciting stories. Phileas Foff must get

back to London by December 21st orlose all his money. With the help of

his servant, Passepartout, Fogg travels in many ways – from train to elephant –

and he has some surprising adventures on the way. An interesting read !

Jungle Ki Aawaz By Jainender Kumar

Recommended for Classes for 3 to 5

Story of a life in jungle narrated in a very interesting and impressive manner.

Madhumakkhi Ke Anokhe Kaam By I.S. Farukhi


A very interesting and a thorough description of how a honeybee makes

honey. It is well-illustrated and gives a complete picture in an interesting

manner.

Kahaniyan Kahawaton Ki By Pratap Anam

Recommended for Fiction

Gonu Jha Ke Kisse By Taranand Viyogi


A tale of Gonu written in a very

interesting and an illustrated manner.

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