10 Books to Read and Gift on Diwali 2024

10 Books to Read and Gift on Diwali 2024

Join us as we delve into these captivating tales and discover the 10 Books to Read and Gift on Diwali 2024

1. Betrayed by Hope by Namita Gokhale and Malashri Lal

Michael Madhusudan Dutt (1824–1872), a visionary who transformed 19th-century Bengali poetry with his free-verse epic Meghnadhbadh Kabya, lived a life marked by turmoil and genius. Torn between cultures, Dutt wrote in English, converted religions, and wandered restlessly through Europe, struggling with poverty and an identity crisis.

2. Think Like The Minimalist by Sahil Vaidya and Chirag Gander

Amid the noise and chaos of today’s world, standing out requires more than just good ideas – it demands thoughtful design. Think Like The Minimalist by Chirag Gander and Sahil Vaidya uncovers the power of Minimalist thinking, a groundbreaking approach that’s transforming the creative landscape.

3. Speaking with Nature by Ramachandra Guha

Ramachandra Guha’s deeply researched book challenges the common belief that countries like India are ‘too poor to be green.’ Long before the global environmental movement took shape in the West, ten remarkable Indian thinkers, including Rabindranath Tagore, J.C. Kumarappa, and K.M. Munshi, were already  writing about the dangers of environmental destruction.

4. Hind Swaraj by M.K. Gandhi

Hind Swaraj, written by Mahatma Gandhi in 1909, is a transformative work that calls for India’s liberation from British rule by embracing non-violent resistance and reclaiming its rich cultural heritage. Banned by the British in 1910, this book serves as a powerful manifesto for self-reliance, urging Indians to break free from imperialism through the principles of Satyagraha.

5. The Mistletoe Mystery by Nita Prose

With charm and cheer, The Mistletoe Mystery will sweep you into a heartwarming holiday tale, where the key to the mystery may just be found in the most surprising of gifts!

6. Into the Storm by Cecelia Ahern

A storm looms on the horizon, and freedom awaits just beyond it. On a tempestuous December night, GP Enya finds herself crouched over a teenage boy, delivering life-saving CPR as the rain pours down. Though the boy survives, that single moment shatters Enya’s world, propelling her to escape a cold, loveless marriage.

7. Shah Rukh Khan: Legend, Icon, Star by Mohar Basu

This book explores Shah Rukh’s inspirational journey, revealing what he means to people worldwide—a taxi driver in Paris, an Irishwoman in London, three generations of women in Pakistan, and adoring fans across Europe, Asia, the US, the Middle East, and India.

8. The Extraordinary Life of Max Bulandi by Sidharth Singh

Curious whether India will ever give rise to a world-class rock band? Look no further—The Flow is here! Enter the life of Nirvana, a disillusioned journalist and jilted lover mired in boredom and addiction, stuck in a rut until he stumbles upon a stack of vintage Junior Standard magazines from the 1970s.

9. 2024: The Election that Surprised India by Rajdeep Sardesai

Rajdeep Sardesai offers an unmissable narrative filled with insights into power politics and the key players shaping today’s headlines, following his best-selling explorations of the 2014 and 2019 elections.

10. Independence by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni

In her powerful new novel, Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni tells the poignant story of three sisters—Priya, Jamini, and Deepa—living in the tranquil village of Ranipur, Bengal, in August 1946, just as India stands on the brink of monumental change. Their sheltered lives shatter when their father, Dr. Nabakumar Ganguly, is killed on Direct Action Day, thrusting them into a world of chaos.

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