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Book Synopsis A Day in Kāshī by : Christiane Etchezaharreta
Download or read book A Day in Kāshī written by Christiane Etchezaharreta and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Well travelled and well versed in the ways of the world, Severine Dabadie and her long-time friend Christiane Etchezaharreta finally discovered a new reality in Varanasi, or Kashi, as they so lovingly dub it. Inspired by the antiquity they decided to produce a book that would make Varanasi available to all. Coming from the Basque Country, both have travelled widely together, Severine with her ever-ready camera and Christiane with her flowing pen. This is their first attempt at a full-scale book, but they assure us that there may be more to come. Severine Dabadie, though, has over the past ten years displayed her photographs in many exhibitions.
Book Synopsis Transfer in Kashi and the River of Time by : Bjorg Bjarnadottir
Download or read book Transfer in Kashi and the River of Time written by Bjorg Bjarnadottir and published by Partridge Publishing. This book was released on 2014-11-18 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TRANSFER in Kashi and the River of Time is a travelogue written during a visit to Kashi aka Varanasi--the eternal City of Light on the banks of the timeless Ganges river in India. Spirituality pulsates here and life and death are celebrated every day where the crossing or transfer between different realms is an ongoing process. The passing of a loved one plays a dominant role; the author takes on a pilgrimage to Kashi to come to terms with the grief she suffered at the passing of her father in 2012. Her father had been brought up in a Christian household in North Iceland but with a multireligious twist due to his mothers interest in India, contemplative studies, and yoga. In this record of discoveries and experiences on her visit to Kashi and drawing on examples from her dream journal while in India, the author reflects on the ancient teachings of the evolution of consciousness--some of which originated in Kashi--and the role of contemplation and dreams in that progress for profound transformation of the whole being. At the same time, enhancing the sense of self and nourishing the relationship with the centre of being for consolation and oneness. A young boy of eight has the humble dream of becoming an animal tamer; animals and animal deities are everywhere in Kashi. This is the story of a path when embarking on a new future.
Book Synopsis Kashi Calling by : Ankit Kumar Singh
Download or read book Kashi Calling written by Ankit Kumar Singh and published by Educreation Publishing. This book was released on 2018-07-10 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Kashi Calling' features 58 out of 79 columns that the author wrote for the Varanasi edition of Hindustan Times (HT) between the period of October 2014 and January2017. Through these articles, the writer has made an attempt to give readers a sneak peek into various shades of life in the holy city. The book is named Kashi Calling for it was the name of the author's columns in HT. The articles appearing in the book cover a range of topics related to the city of Banaras, its culture, people and famous places. From a recluse who lives with a monkey near the famous Assi Ghat to a cancer-surviving, London-returned lady who works for the empowerment of women, the book deals with people of various backgrounds and tastes. From exploring the other side of death on the land of Shiva to giving an insight into life-changing Vipassana meditation, the book covers experiences of eclectic nature. It also features gods, their place and importance in the city, besides offering readers a flavour of Banaras' gastronomic delights. Apart from covering major milestones like ghats, temples and famous shops of Varanasi, the book also gives space to lesser known milestones like the statue of Maharajkumar of Vizianagaram, which stands in the heart of the city and yet receives no attention, and a replica of Nepal's Pashupatinath Temple, which is situated on the banks of the Ganges.
Book Synopsis The Sacred Complex of Kashi by : Lalita Prasad Vidyarthi
Download or read book The Sacred Complex of Kashi written by Lalita Prasad Vidyarthi and published by Concept Publishing Company. This book was released on 1979 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Study of the importance of Varanasi as a centre for Hindu pilgrimage and the traditional priestcraft of the place.
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Book Synopsis In Search of Lost Futures by : Magdalena Kazubowski-Houston
Download or read book In Search of Lost Futures written by Magdalena Kazubowski-Houston and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-02-16 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Search of Lost Futures asks how imaginations might be activated through practices of autoethnography, multimodality, and deep interdisciplinarity—each of which has the power to break down methodological silos, cultivate novel research sensibilities, and inspire researchers to question what is known about ethnographic process, representation, reflexivity, audience, and intervention within and beyond the academy. By blurring the boundaries between the past, present, and future; between absence and presence; between the possible and the impossible; and between fantasy and reality, In Search of Lost Futures pushes the boundaries of ethnographic engagement. It reveals how researchers on the cutting edge of the discipline are studying absence and grief and employing street performance, museum exhibit, anticipation, or simulated reality to research and intervene in the possible, the impossible, and the uncertain.
Book Synopsis The City of Good Death by : Priyanka Champaneri
Download or read book The City of Good Death written by Priyanka Champaneri and published by Restless Books. This book was released on 2021-02-23 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the Restless Books Prize for New Immigrant Writing, Priyanka Champaneri’s transcendent debut novel brings us inside India’s holy city of Banaras, where the manager of a death hostel shepherds the dying who seek the release of a good death, while his own past refuses to let him go. Banaras, Varanasi, Kashi: India’s holy city on the banks of the Ganges has many names but holds one ultimate promise for Hindus. It is the place where pilgrims come for a good death, to be released from the cycle of reincarnation by purifying fire. As the dutiful manager of a death hostel in Kashi, Pramesh welcomes the dying and assists families bound for the funeral pyres that burn constantly on the ghats. The soul is gone, the body is burnt, the time is past, he tells them. Detach. After ten years in the timeless city, Pramesh can nearly persuade himself that here, there is no past or future. He lives contentedly at the death hostel with his wife, Shobha, their young daughter, Rani, the hostel priests, his hapless but winning assistant, and the constant flow of families with their dying. But one day the past arrives in the lifeless form of a man pulled from the river—a man with an uncanny resemblance to Pramesh. Called “twins” in their childhood village, he and his cousin Sagar are inseparable until Pramesh leaves to see the outside world and Sagar stays to tend the land. After Pramesh marries Shobha, defying his family’s wishes, a rift opens up between the cousins that he has long since tried to forget. Do not look back. Detach. But for Shobha, Sagar’s reemergence casts a shadow over the life she’s built for her family. Soon, an unwelcome guest takes up residence in the death hostel, the dying mysteriously continue to live, and Pramesh is forced to confront his own ideas about death, rebirth, and redemption. Told in lush, vivid detail and with an unforgettable cast of characters, The City of Good Death is a remarkable debut novel of family and love, memory and ritual, and the ways in which we honor the living and the dead. PRAISE FOR THE CITY OF GOOD DEATH “In Champaneri’s ambitious, vivid debut, the dying come to the holy city of Kashi to die a good death that frees them from the burden of reincarnation…. In sharp prose, Champaneri explores the power of stories—those the characters tell themselves, those told about them, and those they believe. . . . This epic, magical story of death teems with life.” —Publishers Weekly “Brimming with characters whose lives overlap and whose stories interweave, Champaneri’s exquisite debut delves into the consequences of the past, and how stories that are told can become reality even when they contain barely a shred of truth. As Pramesh discovers, the bitterness of past wounds can bring hope for redemption and life.” —Bridget Thoreson, Booklist “Lush prose evokes the thick, close atmosphere of Kashi and the intricate religious practices upon which life and death depend. Rumor and superstition hold sway over even the most level-headed people, twisting what’s explainable into something extraordinary—with tragic consequences. . . . The City of Good Death is a breathtaking, unforgettable novel about how remembering the past is just as important as moving on.” —Eileen Gonzalez, Foreword Reviews, Starred Review "Champaneri’s Kashi is teeming and vivid . . . the book frequently charms, and it's as full of humor, warmth, and mystery as Kashi’s own marketplace." —Kirkus Reviews “The City of Good Death is the debut novel of Priyanka Champaneri but it has the confidence of a master storyteller. Drawing on the rich literary traditions of Salman Rushdie and Arundhati Roy, Champaneri’s epic saga will satisfy armchair travelers thirsty for adventure, and sick of looking out their windows.” —Chicago Review of Books "In intricate detail and with remarkable skill, Champaneri writes a powerful tale about the pull of the past and our aching need to understand the mysteries and misunderstandings that thwart our relationships. An atmospheric and immersive debut with a rich cast of characters you won’t soon forget." —Marjan Kamali, author of The Stationery Shop
Book Synopsis LET ME SEE THE SKY by : Dr. Surbhi Pareek
Download or read book LET ME SEE THE SKY written by Dr. Surbhi Pareek and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2018-11-22 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want to do something, do it now. If you want to open the door, open it today. If you want to climb, climb high, and if you dream, dream big, and turn it into reality. The soul is willing and strong, Flesh has to be made stronger, Battles will never end, War is yet to be fought, Win I will, Prove I must ..to myself. The present is the most beautiful gift we have in our hand and it should be lived the way we want. This book is all about understanding our own worth and live the life to its fullest, in the best possible and in our own beautiful way. It allows you to perceive life differently and explore what is coming your way. It might help you in making you more aware of yourself.. aware of your own being, and thus your contribution to the universe. It is the story of a young girl Kashi and how she learned to break the boundaries and trust herself. This story reminds you that the journey is more important and worth it than the destination. So keep exploring because only this unprejudiced exploration and fearless learning will lead you towards a contented life. “ Decisions are never right or wrong as they are a timely matter. But your actions in the path of your decisions would surely prove them right or wrong.”
Book Synopsis Vachanamrut in English by : Bhagwan Shree Swaminarayan
Download or read book Vachanamrut in English written by Bhagwan Shree Swaminarayan and published by Rajkot Gurukul. This book was released on with total page 1382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is a great pleasure for us to publish the spiritual scripture Vachanamrutam translated in English, by the grace of Purna Purushottam Bhagwan Shree Swaminarayan. There is an acute demand for English Vachanamrutam, not only from the devotees from India and abroad but also from other learned persons interested in philosophical literature, specially in the philosophy professed by Bhagwan Shree Swaminarayan Mahaprabhu. Shri Swaminarayan Gurukul, Rajkot has published a number of religious and philosophical books. Further Shikshapatri has been published duly translated in English and this book will be an appreciable addition not only to the literature of Shree Swaminarayan Mission, but also to the Philosophical Literature of the World. It was the desire of Reverend Pujya Sadguru Shastriji Maharaj, Shri Dharmajivandasji Swami, the founder of Shri Swaminarayan Gurukul, Rajkot and its branches, to get the Vachanamrutam translated in English. Rev. Purani Swami Shri Premprakashdasji was also giving inspiration for this important translation. By their blessings and resultant God's grace, the Vachanamrutam, translated in English is now published by shri Swaminarayan Gurukul, Rajkot. Pujya Shastriji Maharaj always emphasised the need of reading Vachanamrutam daily and for understanding the same. His method of explaining the underlying principles of Vachanamrutam was extraordinary and unique. At this juncture, I am pleased to note here that the translation of Vachanamrutam done by Late Dr. Jagmohandas J. Mody was handed over by him to this Gurukul for publication, thro' Shri Mahendrabhai Shelat, the Late editor of Sadvidya. The most valuable services rendered by Dr. Shri Jagmohandas Mody for this will ever be remembered. He has done this translation in his retired life with deep interest. Further his eldest son Dr. Shri Raghuvirbhai Mody has also taken the opportunity of rendering some monetary services fot this publication. May Bhagwan Shri Swaminarayan bestow eternal peace to Late Dr. J. J. Mody in His divine abode Akshardham and give happiness and affinity to our holy fellowship to all his sons Dr. Shri Raghuvirbhai Mody, Shri Kunjviharibhai Mody, Dr. Vibhakarbhai Mody and Shri Sudhakarbhai Mody and his family. Shri Mahendrabhai Nandlal Shelat has minutely gone thro' the translation and has rendered good services for editing and carrying out necessary additions and alterations in the translation of Vachanamrutam and also in the Introductory Chapter to put the translation in proper and final form for publication. He had also compiled the informative Index and translated the Vachanamrutam, known as 'Khagol-Bhugol' Vachanamrutam. May Bhagwan Shri Swaminarayan bestow eternal peace to Late M.N. Shelat in His Akshardham and give happiness to his son Ambarish and bestow more strength for rendring services for Shri Swaminarayan Mission. I am glad to note here that the introductory chapter has been translated by Hon. Justice Shri S. D. Dave the High Court Judge, of Gujarat High Court, sparing valuable time from his active busy life. May the choicest blessings of Bhagwan shri Swaminarayan be showered on him and his family for all kinds of happiness and for still higher achievements in life. Here I take the special note of our institute Hyderabad Gururul where computerised type setting has been done accurately and carefully for this third crown size edition. Moreover Swami Laxminarayandasji the editor of 'Sadvidya' has taken the special care for proof checking and page setting work. He also tried his best to revise as well as to review this translation and has corrected some references wherever required. May Lord shree Swaminarayan give him more strength for rendering services for Religious literature. Our elderly Saint Pujyapad Shri Jogi Swami Shri Hariprakashdasji who has the references of all the Vachanamrutams on the tip of his tongue and who is always engrossed in meditation and devotion conveys his blessings to all who have given services for this publication directly or indirectly and to all other devotees and readers of this Vanchanamrutam. At this juncture I hope this english translation of the Vachanamrutam would be instructive and inspiring to all for achieving the final goal of life.
Book Synopsis The Best Life Diet Cookbook by : Bob Greene
Download or read book The Best Life Diet Cookbook written by Bob Greene and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008-12-30 with total page 429 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A good meal is one of life's great pleasures, but we all know that it can be difficult to choose foods that make us happy and keep us healthy. In his New York Times bestselling book The Best Life Diet, Bob Greene showed more than a million people that you can lose weight and eat delicious food. Now, in The Best Life Diet Cookbook he provides more than 175 recipes that taste as good as they are good for you. With recipes like Flank Steak with Potatoes and Garlic and Sweet-and-Sour Stuffed Chicken, it isn't hard to eat well while shedding pounds. Slimmed-down comfort foods like Sweet Potato with Turkey Hash and Beef Stew with Winter Root Vegetables make family dinners satisfying and healthful. Rotisserie Chicken Salad with Oranges and Pistachios comes together in a snap. Or try one of the recipes contributed by world-class chefs like Charlie Trotter or Suzanne Goin, adapted to fit the Best Life guidelines. Craving something sweet? You won't believe that Pear and Banana Crisp and Apple Pie with Oatmeal Crust are low in fat and calories. Also included are three sets of two-week meal plans: The Quick and Easy Plan for when you're most time-pressed; The Family-Friendly Plan with meals to satisfy the whole gang; and The Kitchen Connoisseur Plan for those looking for more of a challenge in the kitchen. Whether you're trying to drop some pounds or simply want to maintain your weight, these plans do all the calorie-calculating for you. The Best Life Diet Cookbook is full of useful shopping tips and culinary information. Illustrated with dozens of beautiful black-and-white and color photographs, it is a book you will turn to again and again. Bob Greene firmly believes that every meal should be a celebration both of the pleasures of food and your commitment to living your best possible life, and with The Best Life Diet Cookbook, you can reclaim your joy of eating and live the life you deserve.
Book Synopsis Al-Kashi's Miftah al-Hisab, Volume III: Algebra by : Nuh Aydin
Download or read book Al-Kashi's Miftah al-Hisab, Volume III: Algebra written by Nuh Aydin and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-03-22 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jamshīd al-Kāshī’s Miftāḥ al-Ḥisab (Key to Arithmetic) was largely unknown to researchers until the mid-20th century, and has not been translated to English until now. This is the third and final book in a multi-volume set that finally brings al-Kāshī’s groundbreaking textbook to English audiences in its entirety. As soon as it was studied by modern researchers, Miftah changed some false assumptions about the history of certain topics in mathematics. Written as a textbook for students of mathematics, astronomy, accounting, engineering, and architecture, Miftah covers a wide range of topics in arithmetic, geometry, and algebra. By sharing al-Kāshī’s most comprehensive work with a wider audience, this book will help establish a more complete history of mathematics, and extend al-Kāshī’s influence into the 21st century and beyond. The book opens by briefly recounting al-Kāshī’s biography, so as to situate readers in the work’s rich historical context. His impressive status in the kingdom of Ulugh Beg is detailed, as well as his contributions to both mathematics and astronomy. As a master calculator and astronomer, al-Kāshī’s calculations of 2π and sin(10) were by far the most accurate for almost two centuries. His law of cosines is still studied in schools today. This translation contributes to the understanding and appreciation of al-Kāshī’s esteemed place in the scientific world. A side-by-side presentation of the source manuscript—one of the oldest known copies—and the English translation is provided on each page. Detailed footnotes are also provided throughout, which will offer readers an even deeper look at the text’s mathematical and historical basis. Researchers and students of the history of mathematics will find this volume indispensable in filling in a frequently overlooked time period and region. This volume will also provide anybody interested in the history of Islamic culture with an insightful look at one of the mathematical world’s most neglected figures.
Book Synopsis From the Depths of Evil by : Art Wiederhold
Download or read book From the Depths of Evil written by Art Wiederhold and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2012-04 with total page 501 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this tenth installment of the Thulian Chronicles, Arka-Dal, who is the emperor of Thule, and his friends have to contend with a series of calamities and menaces, any of which could bring the empire tumbling down around their ears. They find themselves battling everything, from invading armies, an insane wizard, beings from another galaxy, ancient curses, and the devil himself. Along the way, Arka-Dal gains an unexpected ally, new wives and discovers his vengeful side. This is a rollicking, wild, roller-coaster ride that is a must-read for fans of the previous nine installments and will also appeal to lovers of high adventure.
Book Synopsis Boat Ride Lessons by : Nurani S Ravi
Download or read book Boat Ride Lessons written by Nurani S Ravi and published by The Little Booktique Hub. This book was released on with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book cover reminds us of the childhood paper boat we made and escorted in a water puddle formed after rainfall! A boat ride fascinated us children because we could stretch our hands to feel the water! Even if we did not know how to swim, we were not afraid to ride a boat because our teachers taught us they would not sink! In this book, the author recalls and takes the reader through various boat rides he enjoyed and the lessons he learnt - about the slave trade, nature's bounty through the coconut tree or how it bonds newlyweds as they embark on a life journey!
Book Synopsis Mystic Experiences with Himalayan Masters by : Dr. Sant Dharamananda
Download or read book Mystic Experiences with Himalayan Masters written by Dr. Sant Dharamananda and published by Enlight-n-Scent LLC. This book was released on with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This exciting and fascinating book chronicles Dr. Sant Dharamananda's real life experiences with the great Himalayan Masters. Explore the spirituality and ancient wisdom from the perspective of a practicing monk. Santji's life has been filled with incredible mystic experiences that will open your mind to a wider world, and fill you with the optimisim, love, and hope. Few words can sum up such an interesting and exhilarating life, and you'll find yourself turning each page in fascination and wonder.
Download or read book Lunawala written by Madhulatha and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2021-06-26 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A poor Indian man called Nikshal Mithal makes a living by selling snacks near schools on his old makeshift TVS Luna. He believes in magic and awaits that one magical moment that would change his life completely. One day, Nikshal comes across an archaic cave with an engraving that read 'Way to Kashi'. Being a curious person, Nikshal was dazzled by the engraving and decides to give-up his daily routine for an adventure of a lifetime. Nikshal takes you on epic journey of adventure through the mysterious caves. Lunawala is story of Nikshal's adventure and how it impacts his destiny.
Book Synopsis Dying the Good Death by : Christopher Justice
Download or read book Dying the Good Death written by Christopher Justice and published by SUNY Press. This book was released on 1997-02-27 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Exploring the Hindu concepts of good and bad deaths, this rich ethnography follows pilgrims who choose to travel to the holy city of Kashi to die.
Download or read book The Day's Work written by Rudyard Kipling and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-09-01 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.