1. If Cricket is a Religion, Sachin is God by Vijay SanthanamThe book follows the rise, the many peaks, the dark phases and the eventual resurrection of Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar. The iconic cricketer’s life and sport are presented along with the statistics that make or break the players. All information is presented such that the readers may arrive at their independent conclusion of the “Master Blaster”.
2. 26/11: The attack on MumbaiThe attack that shook Mumbaikers and the world alike, is now presented in a descriptive format detailing the horror of that day and its effects on the world. This collection brings together the commentaries, profiles and columns from the Hindustan Times staff.
3. Outliers: The story of success by Malcomn GladwellThe author of Blink sets out again to answer the question: Why are some people successful? He draws similarities between Bill Gates and world-class football players. Outliers offers a uniquely fascinating grasp of the world around us and displays a refreshed perspective of the world.
4. The Secret by Rhonda ByrneThe Secret has become a worldwide phenomenon. The obvious question is: Does it really work? Well going by book sales and the following it’s attracted, it very well might. It talks about the previously hidden secret to tap all that latent potential in every person. Get it and find out for yourself if The Secret has anything to reveal or not.
5. Don’t lose you mind, lose your weight by Rujuta DiwekarWant to know how get that toned figure you saw in a film. From Kareena Kapoor to Saif Ali Khan, this book will give you the low-down on all the dieting you could require. All the content is provided in a simple, convenient fashion. So first step, get off the chair and get the book.
6. Narendra Modi: The architect of a Modern State by M.V.Kamath and Kalindi RanderiThe story of Narendra Modi, the chief minister of Gujrat frequently accused of infamous incidents and also loved by many. The book traces the journey of the ‘misunderstood minister’ and the understanding that helped him to secure a place in the hearts of millions. Pick up to ponder over a fresh perspective.
7. Barack ObamaThis entry comes with the man rather than a book. Obama gave to his people, and millions worldwide, the real concept of change. The President of the United States has come a long way from his teaching days. Recommendations would include Dreams from My Father. Either way, browse your local book store for more.
8. Three cups of Tea: One Man’s mission to promote peace…One school at a time by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver RelinThis extraordinary book recounts the story of an American nurse, Greg Mortenson, who in 1993 had set out to scale the world’s second tallest mountain. His failure and subsequent care by the members of a small Pakistani village is documented with the honesty and humility Mortenson carried back from his experience .
In return he promises to set up for them their first school, which eventually grows to more than 50 in number. A compelling tale of the people of that village and the parts they played in a larger, greater dream.
9. The world is what it is: The authorized biography of V.S.NaipaulThe quintessential book documenting the Nobel laureate and his genius. This book takes all facets of his life; the issues of race, colonialism and sex are discussed in detail. A fascinating journey into the life and mind of a genius.
