Winston Churchill defined Russia as “a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma”. It was still the case when Hari Kumar left southern India and went behind the Iron Curtain in the seventies to study medicine at Peoples Friendship University, Moscow, USSR.Through the eyes of a man from a very different background and culture, Hari recounts his intimate observations of the lives and habits of the Russians; their joys, troubles, ambitions and hopes. It is a true story from a fas...

The fifteen seductive sex stories in this steamy first volume of literary erotica from Asia are certain to entertain and arouse. Absolutely nothing is out of bounds, offering readers a glimpse into the erotic lives of Asia’s inhabitants. Bestselling authors Stephen Leather and John Burdett are joined in this alluring collection of short stories by Meihan Booey and Rachel Loh from Singapore, Annabel Pagunsan from the Philippines, Lee Ee Leen from Malaysia and by other erotica writers based ...

Why are outsiders not allowed on Vypeen Island after sunset?What brought Richard Baxter from Calcutta to Kochi in 1948?Where did Baxter and his wife disappear on the night of Pournami?Who is the visitor that the fishermen fear so much?How far will one man go for the woman he loves?Six decades later, Shiuli Dutta is mysteriously lured into thedreaded Clifford Mansion, where she encounters theghost of Richard Baxter.The grieving ghost tells her an incomplete story of its life.A story that will ...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."From Muddy Waters to Crystal Clarity" delves into the fascinating journey of water purification throughout history. Authored by [insert author name], this meticulously researched book traces the evolution of humanity's quest to transform contaminated water into safe, potable liquid.Starting from ancient civilizations where rudimentary filtration methods were employed to separate impurities, the narrative progresses through the ...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."A Guide to Battery Technologies: From Portable Devices to Electric Vehicles" is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the past, present, and future of energy storage and portable power. This comprehensive book offers a deep dive into the world of batteries, covering a wide range of technologies and their applications. From the early days of portable power to the latest advancements in electric vehicle (EV) batteries, this ...

The famous Kola performances of Tulu Nadu involve dancers who invite powerful, sacred spirits to possess them. Through the performers, and surrounded by vibrant colours and striking visuals, these spirits - known as Daiva - may settle disputes, provide guidance, grant blessings and pass judgement.However, there is so much more to it than art and devotion. From Panjurli, the benevolent boar spirit to Bobbarya, guardian of the sea, this book explores it all: the kinds of Daiva, their...

There are places where the past lingers, making shapes in the moonlight and blowing in the curtains even as the air goes suddenly still. K. Hari Kumar, bestselling author of spine-chilling horror fiction, brings you the terrifying tales of some of India's most haunted places -- including Bhangarh Fort, Malabar Hill's Tower of Silence and Jammu and Kashmir's notorious Khooni Nala.Whether you read them at night or in daylight, these stories will remain with you long after you've turned the l...

Everyone's Everyday English: A Learner-friendly Source.Everyone's Everyday English is an ideal handbook which enables English language learners to speak or write accurate sentences.This book provides functional grammar concepts of English with clear instructions to facilitate the practical needs of spoken and written communication.Moreover, this book presents example sentences and exercises to make learners comprehend the given grammar concepts.Learn joyfull...

What happens when Jai is stranded at the metro stationwith an irritating stranger called Iyer & a mysteriousPathan? How will the tale from Iyer’s past affect Jai’sfuture? And why does the mysterious Pathan keepstaring at Jai? What happens inside that small roomof the metro station? Nobody believes Jai when heclaims that ‘He was there!’. People think he is crazy,but is he?The story revolves around Pathan, Jai & Iyer, andtheir tryst with each other’s destiny.A light-hearteddrama with a heavy ti...

While investigating a spate of unexplained deaths in a remote village, Mumbai-based journalist Mamta learns of the dakini: a bloodthirsty entity that haunts the surrounding forests, leaving mutilated corpses in her wake.As the villagers' terror grows, so does their dangerous suspicion of women. With lives on the line, including her own, Mamta is dragged into a race against time-all whilst trying to escape her traumatic past, which threatens to turn her own mind against her....

A new city. A new home. A new life. Things seem perfect ... for a while.A pregnant Anahita moves in to an apartment in Malabar Hill with her husband, eager to begin a new phase in her life. Unfortunately, nothing goes as expected and Anahita begins to witness things she cannot explain.It's not long before a presence makes itself known in their new home. Appearing after dark the strange apparition leaves Anahita terrified - but determined to find answers. He...

While investigating a spate of unexplained deaths in a remote village, Mumbai-based journalist Mamta learns of the dakini: a bloodthirsty entity that haunts the surrounding forests, leaving mutilated corpses in her wake.As the villagers' terror grows, so does their dangerous suspicion of women. With lives on the line, including her own, Mamta is dragged into a race against time-all whilst trying to escape her traumatic past, which threatens to turn her own mind against her....