BRILLIANTLY ARGUED, HARD-HITTING AND WISE, THIS BOOK IS AN ESSENTIAL TREATISE FOR OUR TIMES.?The fact that a great Hindu civilisation existed, and continues to exist, is not in doubt. It is marked by great antiquity, substantial?even unprecedented?refinements, audacity of thought, and achievements both in the spiritual and secular realms. This does not mean it is unblemished, and objectivity demands that the blemishes too must be taken into account. Nor does it mean that it evolved in an insular silo or untouched by outside influences.

We celebrate Ganesha's birthday With so much fun and lots of fanfare. 

His idols are offered to the rolling seas With ardent prayer and tender care.

Lord Ganesha, loved by one and all, Is the divine son of Shiva and Parvati.

And this is the story of how he and His jumbo elephant head came to be!

Ravana’s ally Bhasmalochana could burn anything that fell in his line of vision. So he kept his eyes covered all the time. Ravana sent him on an important mission. What was that mission? Did he succeed? Who outwitted him? How was he defeated and killed? Spiritual seeker and author Shubha Vilas has simplified this lesser-known tale of Bhasmalochana the Fiery-Eyed Demon in his inimitable style. The easy flowing language and wonderful illustrations add to the charm and make it a prized possession in one’s personal collection.

A perfect source to introduce children to their valuable culture and tradition, while making them understand that good always prevails over evil.

5Karna on Trial deftly cast away myriads of misconception about the enigmatic ‘unsung hero’ unveiling his true position in Vyasdeva’s Mahabharata. In the Mahabharata , shalya describes Karna’s valour during the final battle between Arjuna and Karna – ‘Karna was like the desire tree and fulfilled the wishes of anyone who made any demand , just like birds seeking shelter from a tree. Karna always gave regardless of the consequences.Then why is Karna, in the introduction to the great epic , referred to as the trunk of a bitter tree ? this brings us to the question of what constitutes righteous conduct.

Celebrate Diwali, the Indian festival of lights by reading this wonderful children’s picture book to your kids (for ages 2 to 8). 

In the modern age, not many people have faith in the concept of religion. Some question the existence of God and classify scriptural narratives as mythology. Some profess belief in God but disregard the words of the scriptures. Most people do not have a clear idea of 'Who God Is' or 'How to know and worship God', as prescribed by the scriptures. This book is an appeal to people, to accept the authority of the bona-fide scriptures and develop or increase their conviction in the existence of God.

Tell your children about Holi, the Indian Festival of Colours, by reading this beautiful children’s picture book to them, written in rhyme with captivating illustrations, from the bestselling author of the ‘Amma Tell Me’ Series, Bhakti Mathur. 

Find out about the life and miracles of the fearless goddess Durga, in this beautifully illustrated pop-up book and experience her divine power.

"Explore the vibrant world of Indian mythology with 'Pop-up Durga.' This beautifully crafted pop-up book brings the powerful goddess Durga to life with intricate paper engineering. Learn about her legend, significance, and her role in Hinduism. A captivating and educational journey for readers of all ages."

The Ramayana is not a story. It is a way of life. It is the game of life. Feeling frustrated over events that are out of our control is a waste of energy and time. Rama and his army survived the grim years of exile by being patient and persistent, trusting each other with their lives. The characters’ determination reflects our own set of values and judgment during challenging situations. This book teaches us that we need to be righteous to stay on course. Cheating for personal gain will not ensure our triumph. Instead, unwavering loyalty to our principles will do so. It reiterates that challenging situations will be present anywhere and everywhere we go. 

The Ramayana is not a story. It’s a way of life. It’s the game of life. A good game is full of twists and turns at every stage and this magical epic arms us with valuable tools to deal with anomalies in our own lives. These quirks turn us into valiant warriors in the face of the most challenging situations. It is not the divine knowledge you possess that makes you divine but What you do with it that does. 

The naughty Hanuman spots the sun while playing he thinks it is a ripe mango. He loves mangoes so he tries to grab it. He then starts to fly! Guess what happens next?.