ANCIENT INDIAN COSTUME
Roshen Alkazi 140 pp Rs 50.00
A study of ancient Indian costume from the earliest times to the end of the Gupta period, supplemented with a number of illustrations of sculptures and drawings. ISBN 81-237-1687-7
ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS
B R Tamta 184 pp Rs 60.00
Initially a penal settlement for the freedom fighters of 1857, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, today, is a tourist destination known for their exotic locales and primitive tribes. The book traces the history and development of these islands. ISBN 81-237-0489-5
BENGALI THEATRE
Kironmoy Raha 220 pp Rs 55.00
From the early Jatra theatre to the contemporary experimental theatre, the Bengali theatre scene is a lively pageant of persons and personalities, playhouses and playwrights, actors and directors who through their love and dedication have contributed and sustained it through periods of political unrest and creative and social upsurges. This book surveys the growth of Bengali theatre, as we see it today, from its beginnings, a hundred and fifty years ago, to the present day. ISBN 81-237-0649-9
BIHAR
Ram Chandra Prasad 208 pp Rs 35.00
Bihar, with its rich mineral resources, social and religious associations, and its valuable legacy of history is one of the most fascinating and interesting states of India. This book attempts to project the State, its people and their customs and occupations as well as the wealth of its historical and literary achievements. ISBN 81-237-0151-9
BUILDING BEYOND BORDERS
Story of Contemporary Indian Architecture
Satish Grover 144 pp Rs 480.00 (HB) Rs 140.00 (PB)
The book unfurls the architectural and planning scene in India since independence. It talks about the resurgence of architecture in India and steps taken under the guidance of the first Prime Minister Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru in building the city of Chandigarh which brought about a renaissance in Indian architecture.
ISBN 81-237-1347-9 (HB)
81-237-1346-0 (PB)
COINS
Parmeshwari Lal Gupta 301 pp Rs 65.00
A concise, straight forward and readable survey of the coinage of India from the beginning to present time. Besides playing a vital role in illuminating history, coins also have an aesthetic and artistic value reflecting the workmanship of their times. ISBN 81-237-1887-X
COMMON BIRDS
Salim Ali & Laeeq Futehally 126 pp Rs 40.00
Based on a study of Indian bird-life extending over four decades, this book conveys all that one would like to know of birds.
ISBN 81-237-1032-1
COMMON TREES
H Santapau 118 pp Rs 35.00
This book is about Indian trees and their functions and uses. The trees are partly common and partly indigenous to the country though a few exotics have also been taken up. ISBN 81-237-0288-4
CONTEMPORARY ART IN INDIA
A Perspective
Pran Nath Mago 226 pp Rs 250 (PB) Rs 500 (HB)
A quintessential work that unfolds the origin and development of contemporary Indian art. Covering the last 150 years and with nearly 300 illustrations, the book focuses on the different artistic and stylistic genres and art movements which have enriched the Indian art scenario over the years. ISBN 81-237-3419-0 (PB)
ISBN 81-237-3420-4 (HB)
DOMESTIC ANIMALS
Harbans Singh 165 pp Rs 30.00
The book discusses the habits and requirements of various types of domestic animals and the steps to improve their productive efficiency. It also talks about the important breeds, their characteristics, cattle breeding and feeding, important diseases of cattle and general management of the cattle. ISBN 81-237-0707
EARTHQUAKES: FORECASTING AND MITIGATION
H N Srivastav Under print
The book presents intricacies and complexities of earthquakes in a reader-friendly style. The author has comprehensively dealt with earthquake hazards, forecasting models, earthquake disaster management, earthquake safety rules etc.
EVERYDAY INDIAN PROCESSED FOODS
K T Achaya 184 pp Rs 31.00
This book outlines the chemistry, technology and nutritional quality of the entire range of primary foods like rice, wheat, milk and vegetable oil, and of the more sophisticated processed foods like breads, biscuits, jams, pickles, vanaspati, chocolate, papads, idlis, and milk sweets, etc. ISBN 81-237-1035-6
FISHES
Mary Chandy 183 pp Rs 45.00
A fascinating book about fishes—their structure, adaptations, peculiar habits and ways—and the various kinds of fish that inhabit the oceans, seas, rivers, streams, ponds and fisheries. ISBN 81-237-1045-3
FLOWERING TREES
M S Randhawa 208 pp Rs 65.00
Of interest to the architect, the town planner, as well as to those who love nature and plants, this book serves as a guide to various flowering trees—where they are found, how they are grown, what the unique features of each are, and how best they could be integrated into the modern landscape of concrete and glass. ISBN 81-237-0149-7
FORESTS AND FORESTRY
K P Sagreiya 319 pp Rs 65.00
This book deals with various types of forests in India, their nature, description and utility as perpetual renewable national assets. It also throws light on the technique and practice of forestry so as to derive the maximum benefit from forests.
ISBN 81-237-1626-3
FRUITS
Ranjit Singh 252 pp Rs 55.00
The book discusses the various fruits grown in India, aspects relating to their cultivation and promotion, their scientific and regional names, nutritive value and the demand at home and abroad. It would interest not only the amateur fruit-grower and the professional orchardist, but anyone interested in fruits.
ISBN 81-237-0150-0
GARDEN FLOWERS
Vishnu Swarup 278 pp Rs 52.00
This profusely illustrated and lucidly written book describes the world of garden flowers in different parts of India. It is also a useful guide to those who wish to grow flowers in their gardens.
ISBN 81-237-0766-5
GARDENS
Laeeq Futehally 102 pp Rs 44.00
The book discusses the social, aesthetic, horticultural and environmental considerations in order to create satisfactory environment. Contains useful insights for domestic gardens.
ISBN 81-237-2059-9
GEOGRAPHY OF ORISSA
B N Sinha 351 pp Rs 75.00
Orissa, with its vast natural and human resources, is a land of immense potential. Presenting a holistic approach of the land and people of the state, the book discusses all its geo-economic aspects including eco-degradation. It will serve as an excellent reference/textbook on Orissa. ISBN 81-237-2673-2
GEOGRAPHY OF PUNJAB
H S Mavi & D S Tiwana 162 pp Rs 40.00
A geographical account of the physical characteristics of Punjab. The book takes a close look at its rich historical heritage, physical resources, geographical setting, climate, vegetation, land use, and economic growth. ISBN 81-237-0199-3
GOA
Olivinho J F Gomes Under print
The book provides an overview of physical environment, historical background, economic order and social complexion of the state. The book also throws light on religions and rituals, feasts and festivals, language, literature and folklore as well as artistic heritage of the province in lucid style.
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF MASS COMMUNICATION IN INDIA
J V Vilanilam 238 pp Rs 70.00
A fine introduction to the Mass Communication in India dealing with all major sub areas like newspapers, television, radio, cinema, advertising and public relations etc. ISBN 81-237-4105-7
HARYANA
D C Verma & Sukhbir Singh 207 pp Rs 65.00
This new revised edition on the State of Haryana, covers several aspects of the life of its people, together with geographical highlights and history of the state which dates back to the times of the Mahabharata. ISBN 81-237-0000-0
HIMACHAL PRADESH
Hari Krishan Mittoo 129 pp Rs 45.00
Himachal Pradesh is a land of glaciers, majestic snow fed rivers and cascading streams. This book is a vivid account of its history, the social and cultural life of its people, and an impressive record of its economic development. ISBN 81-237-0555-7
HIMALAYAN TRAVELS: Sketch Book of a Painter
Ram Nath Pasricha 77 pp Rs 75.00
This book is a beautiful and intimate description, with equally vivid drawings from author’s sketch books, of peaks and valleys, people and places, moods and moments of one of the most enchanting mountain ranges of the world—the Himalayas.
ISBN 81-237-3418-2
HINDUSTANI MUSIC
Ashok Da Ranade 166 pp Rs 40.00
This book is an excellent introduction to the understanding and appreciation of Hindustani Music. Written by a renowned exponent, the book lucidly discusses the art on a wide canvas of history, theory and aesthetics. ISBN 81-237-2199-4
HISTORY OF GUJARATI THEATRE
Hasmukh Baradi 287 pp Rs 80.00
The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of Gujarati theatre. It is an informative delineation of the emphatic impact made by politics, society, literature and theatre on one another. ISBN 81-237-4032-8
INDIAN FOLK ARTS AND CRAFTS
Jasleen Dhamija 101 pp Rs 54.00
This concise yet comprehensive and richly illustrated book tells of India’s rich cultural heritage preserved in its folk arts and crafts. Immense in its range and variety this tradition reflects the imagination and the amazing diversity of the people who have created it and how it is related to their day-to-day legends, myths and festivals.
INDIAN PAINTING
C Sivaramamurti 144 pp Rs 50.00
Beautifully illustrated, the book narrates in a comprehensive style, the story of Indian Painting through the ages, enumerating the salient features of the various schools. ISBN 81-237-2014-9
INDIAN RAILWAYS
M A Rao 356 pp Rs 65.00
The progress of Indian Railways since Independence has been a remarkable phenomenon. This book brings out in graphic and picturesque manner the development of this popular mode of transport which has linked distant places in the sub-continent.
ISBN 81-237-2589-2
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
M R Kulkarni 452 pp Rs 85.00
An invaluable introduction to the study of industrial development in India, its problems and progress, as well as its prospects in an emerging free-market economy. The book, presented in a simple and lucid style, will be of enduring interest to the lay reader as well as to the student of economics. ISBN 81-237-2388-1
INSECT PESTS OF CROPS
S Pradhan 200 pp Rs 50.00
Meant primarily for the layman and the non-specialist who wishes to raise pest-free crops on his farm, this book teaches how, with a systematic attack on pests, the country’s available production can increase, thereby reducing our dependence on imports.
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