“subhadra sen gupta”

Kashi, Benaras, Varanasi... for centuries it has been the most sacred of Hindu places of pilgrimage, the supreme tirthasthana. The holy city that every Hindu wishes to visit, at least once in their lifetime. This oldest living city in the world is the home that Shiva and Parvati chose as their home ... More

In this collection of historical stories travel back in time to the days of our vibrant, colourful past and the fascinating lives of the people. Stories not just about kings, nawabs and begums but also ordinary people who lead extraordinary lives-boatmen, temple dancers,miniature painters and a feis... More

Kartik, our detective in ancient India, is back with a new case He now faces a baffling mystery of a sudden spate of highway robberies in the kingdom of Emperor Ashoka. Who could be so reckless as to challenge the might of Ashoka? Somewhere there is a traitor who is aiding robbers in their daring p... More

A poet who led a protest march, a revolutionary who became a saint, a man who walked for weeks to make salt—read the amazing stories of the great men and women who inspired generations, united a nation and led its people to freedom.Police batons, prison sentences or the hangman’s noo... More

It is one of the most exciting stories in history—the glorious tale of how the powerless, unarmed people of India came together to defy the mightiest empire in the world.The British Empire had tightened its noose around a country split by religion, class and caste. But when the people rallied unde... More

Akbar was once of the greatest kings to rule in India. Becoming king at the young age of thirteen he reigned for forty nine magnificent years end laid the foundation of the fabulous Mughal Empire.Subhadra Sen Gupta writes on the many aspects of Indian history, culture and travel. For many years she ... More

Sukumar Ray was the first humorist in Bengali literature. His witty poems, anarchic plays and hilarious stories have enchanted many generations of readers. Many phrases invented by him have become a part of the Bengali language. Sukumar Ray introduced humour to Indian Literature and his irrepressibl... More

In this book discover the great dhaam of the South - Rameshwaram. According to legend, Lord Rama arrived here while searching for Sita, his beloved queen who had been abducted by Ravana, the demon king of Lanka. Rama worshipped Shiva and Durga here, praying for victory and built the Ramasetu, the br... More

For Hindus, the Chaar Dhaam are among the most sacred places of pilgrimage. In this book discover the four great dhaams of the Himalayas: Badrinath-Kedarnath-Gangotri-Yamunotri. Tirthas are sacred spaces resonant with myths and legends. Pilgrims have wandered through these for centuries seeking enli... More

Dwarka is among the most sacred of tirthas since it is both a dhaam and a saptapuri. In this book discover the great dhaam of Dwarka and its sacred Dwarkadhish temple. Ancient Dwaravati was the capital of Krishna's kingdom and hence he is worshipped here as Dwarkadhish, the Lord of Dwarka. Mirabai s... More