THE HEART TRUTH
By Dr Aashish Contractor
Pages: 316
Taking care of the heart isn’t rocket science; rather, it’s all about simple steps done consistently, says Dr Aashish Contractor. How else, would one of his clients, a 48-year-old man from Mumbai, who once underwent a bypass heart surgery, complete a 26 miles (42 km) marathon successfully? In The Heart Truth, Dr Aashish Contractor has summed his 18 years of experience of treating over ten thousand patients and described how you can treat, rehabilitate and prevent heart ailments. From problems of the heart, to tests that one can do, the risk factors, surgery, recovery, reversal of heart disease, medication, nutrition and exercise — the book is an exhaustive guide specifically for the layperson.Whether you have suffered from a heart condition, are at high risk, want to prevent heart disease, or just want to keep your heart fit and healthy, this book is a must-read. The author of the book treated the Prime Minister of India, Manmohan Singh, in January 2009.
All Rights Reserved for You
By Sudeep Nagarkar
Pages: 256
The story revolves around the efforts that are required to keep a relationship alive. Every relationship requires effort but a long-distance relationship requires extra effort. Aditya is a writer while the mere thought of reading repels Jasmine. They have absolutely nothing in common. Not even the cities they live in. Yet nothing can stop them from falling head over heels for each other. With distance playing spoilsport, they must forget all conventional logic and give their relationship a real shot through Skype, WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger. But can you trust your partner who’s miles away from you? Can a long-distance relationship really work? All Rights Reserved for You is the heart-warming real-life story of a couple who is separated by distance but is never really far apart. Sudeep Nagarkar has authored seven bestselling novels that have been translated into Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati and Telugu. He is the recipient of the Youth Achievers’ Award.
An Unsuitable Boy
By Karan Johar
Pages: 352
Karan Johar, with his quick wit, and outspokenness, has sometimes created controversy and made headlines. KJo, as he is popularly called, have been a much-loved Bollywood film director, producer, actor, and discoverer of new talent. In his biography, that have kept the Bollywood abuzz, Karan Johar opens up like never before. The book is an honest, heart-warming and personal account of Karan Johar's life and the business of Bollywood. KJo reminisces about his childhood, the influence of his Sindhi mother and Punjabi father, obsession with Bollywood, foray into films, friendships with Aditya Chopra, SRK and Kajol, his love life, the AIB Roast, and much more. In his trademark frank style, he talks about the ever-changing face of Indian cinema, challenges and learnings, as well as friendships and rivalries in the industry. With his flagship Dharma Production, he has constantly challenged the norms, written and rewritten rules, and set trends. It is the story of the life of an exceptional film-maker and of an equally extraordinary human being.
Kohinoor
By William Dalrymple, Anita Anand
Pages: 264
This riveting story of the Kohinoor, the world’s most coveted gem, unearths fascinating new information as it moves from the Mughal court to Persia to Afghanistan, from Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s durbar in Punjab to the Crown of the Queen of England. Shrouded in legend and superstition, the Kohinoor continues to arouse passion and controversy, as India, Pakistan and Afghanistan all claim the diamond and demand that Britain return it. A thrilling historical adventure, full of violence, drama and intrigue. This read is going to change your perception of history you learned in school. In the introduction, the narrator tells us briefly about how the Koh-i-Noor got into the hands of the East India Company and how it rests in England now. In the subsequent chapters both the authors take turns to describe in details how the most infamous diamond in the world changed hands and who can claim the prized jewel. William Dalrymple is a historian and award-winning author whose books include City of Djinns, White Mughals and many others.