Chasing the Monsoon
Alexander Frater; Penguin; pp 273; Rs 250
An entertaining and convincing account of an ambitious and unusual journey in wet pursuit of the famed Monsoons, all the way up the Indian subcontinent.

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From Heaven Lake
Vikram Seth; Penguin; pp 178; Rs 250
Hitch-hiking, walking , slogging through rivers and across leech-ridden hills, from Heaven lake to the Himalayas, by breaking away from the reliable routes of organised travel Vikram Seth transformed his journey into an intriguing exploration.
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Khajuraho. Monumental Legacy
Devangana Desai; Oxford; pp 107; Rs 225
Questioning popular stereotypes, Desai delinks Khajurao from its associations with eroticism, offering fresh interpretations of the sculptures… which conceal a deeper symbolism. The book also discusses the newly discovered Bijamandala temple and the three museums on the site. Provides practical tips and information for the visitor.
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