Books with author Reena I Puri

The Param Vir Chakra is the highest decoration of valour in wartime, awarded to members of the Indian Armed Forces.The men who have been awarded this ultimate honour displayed indomitable courage and selfless devotion to duty, while defending the borders of our nation. It is only the most fearless who can summon the will to stand their ground and fight the enemy in the face of death. Only the bravest can challenge the ultimate sacrifice, so that no one else has to.Amar Chitra Katha tells the stories of 21 fearless heroes, for whom their own lives were less important than the sovereignty of India, and the safety of their fellow citizens. 21 stirring tales of bravery, courage and sacrifice, that need to be told and remembered, as an inspiration for generations to come.

In ancient times, India was ruled by many valiant kings. These kings went down in history and folklore, famed for their warcraft, their generosity and their sense of justice. Vikramaditya's Gupta Empire is known for its scholars and poets, while Shalivahana is credited with establishing the Saka calendar still in use in much of the country. Lalitaditya was a king of Kashmir. He was a keen builder as well as a warrior who conquered most of North India and parts of Central Asia. Bimbisara was the first ruler of the powerful Magadha Empire. Buddhist and Jain texts each claim him as a follower, as a contemporary and disciple of Buddha and Mahavira, respectively. He was succeeded by his son Ajatashatru, who while first opposed to Buddha, soon became an eager devotee. This collection brings together some of the best-loved and most powerful of India's ancient rulers.Collection of the following titles: Bimbisara, Ajatashatru, Shalivahana, Vikramaditya, Lalitaditya

When Verghese Kurien stepped down from the train and on to the dusty platform in Anand, Gujarat, on 13 May, 1949, little did he know that his life was going to change unimaginably. Waiting for him was not just his own destiny but that of thousands of small, marginalised farmers who, until then, had only known exploitation and deprivation. The story of Dr. Kurien is the story of Amul. It is the story of Operation Flood, the 'billion-liter idea' that set India on the top of the world map for milk production. A die-hard patriot, Kurien was committed to the co-operative cause. He put the milk industry in the hands of the farmers, believing firmly that with ownership would come responsibility and great success. And he was right. Amar Chitra Katha traces the story of the man who is known as the 'Father of the White Revolution'.

Ayodhya Kand is the second book in Valmiki's Ramayana. It tells the story of Lord Rama's exile from Ayodhya and the grief that grips, not just his family, but the entire city. In the first part of this book, Ayodhya Kand I, we find out how and why King Dasharatha is forced by Queen Kaikeyi to banish his son Rama. Even though the people condemn her for her cruelty and the broken-hearted king tries to appeal to her better sense, Kaikeyi is unmoved. Determined to protect his father's honour, Rama accepts the harsh decision and prepares to leave. He is joined by Sita and Lakshmana, who decide to follow him during his exile. We trace the beginning of their journey from Ayodhya, even as the people of the city sink into despair. Ayodhya Kand I continues Valmiki’s story from the first book in the series, Bala Kand, which tells us of Rama’s childhood. It will be followed by Ayodhya Kand II

Birbal's wit and presence of mind made him a favourite of the Emperor Akbar. An honour not without hazards as half the nobles in the court had their knives out for him. According to legend, he was constantly being tested and made to prove himself - a challenge he took up readily.Amar Chitra Katha presents enthralling stories of the greatest wit in the Mughal Court./A

In ancient times, india was ruled by many valiant kings these kings went down in history and folklore, famed for their warcraft, their generosity and their sense of justice vikramadityas gupta empire is known for its scholars and poets, while shalivahana is credited with establishing the saka calendar still in use in much of the country lalitaditya was a king of kashmir he was a keen builder as well as a warrior who conquered most of north india and parts of central asia bimbisara was the first ruler of the powerful magadha empire buddhist and jain texts each claim him as a follower, as a contemporary and disciple of buddha and mahavira, respectively he was succeeded by his son ajatashatru, who while first opposed to buddha, soon became an eager devotee this collection brings together some of the best-loved and most powerful of indias ancient rulers collection of the following titles: bimbisara, ajatashatru, shalivahana, vikramaditya, lalitaditya

According to the teachings of Buddha, a true conqueror is one who has mastered his own desires. One must be completely free of worldly attachments in order to attain peace. The stories, The Fearless Boy and The True Conqueror advocate some of the most important messages of Buddhism. The stories in the title, The Cowherd of Alawi, show us how Gautama Buddha touched the lives of people from every section of society. These stories also acquaint us with Buddhas unique way of teaching. The Lost Prince is the story of a kind and generous prince who is struck by tragedy, but is ultimately saved by his righteousness. The Making of a Swordsman is a collection of 7 charming tales from Zen literature that give an insight into the basic principles of the Zen school of Buddhism.

Wind is one of the strongest forces of nature. Its energy can be harnessed and used in many ways. But uncontrolled wind can create havoc. The faster it moves, the stronger it gets; blowing away everything in its path — trees, houses, buildings and people. As it moves around the earth it shows its destructive nature through storms, cyclones and tornadoes. How does wind turn itself into a whirling pillar filled with thunderstorms? What can we do to protect ourselves from this disaster? Read this book to find out.

The earth’s atmosphere experiences many natural changes which makes the weather swing from normal to extreme. A killer heat wave in Europe, devastating floods in India and Bangladesh, destructive hurricanes in America and furious storms in the Phillippines. Heatbursts, whiteouts, acid rain, and F1 tornadoes — these and more make up weather at its extreme worst. Over the last few years the earth has been experiencing more and more incidences of extreme weather. What is going wrong? Are human activities changing the pattern of weather more than ever before? This book has the answers.

The Elephanta Caves narrate stories from mythology, capturing in stone oft-repeated tales like the descent of the Ganga and the wedding of Shiva and Parvati. The Ellora Caves, built between the 5th and 10th centuries, bear testimony to the glorious rule of the Rashtrakootas. The caves are actually temples and monasteries carved into the mountain. Considered to be the site of Indraprastha, the legendary capital of the Pandavas, Delhi boasts of a 5000-year old history. The Historic City of Delhi captures moments from the city's past, taking one through the rise and fall of the many dynasties that came to rule it.

For half a century, Amar Chitra Katha has played a vital role in telling children about India s epics and mythology, about India s history forgotten and known, about the great men and women of India who are our icons, and has retold folktales and fables from every corner of this land. This five-volume set, containing some of our best work, will take you on a fantastic journey in time, through the world of Amar Chitra Katha Our epics and mythology are our heritage; ancient, precious and revered. The Ramayana, the Mahabharata and the Puranas hold, within their immense structure, hundreds of captivating stories. How did Kubera lose the Pushpaka Viman? Why did Kumbhakarna sleep for six months at a stretch? Why was Amba determined to take revenge across lifetimes? What is the true message of the Bhagwad Gita Amar Chitra Katha has put together ten stories that will take you into the fantastical world of Indian mythology. Volume - I Fables and folktales are created to teach lessons. Lessons nestled into between humour and drama, designed to help us in life s journey. The stories from the Hitopadesha or the Jataka tales have lasted centuries, from the time of oral storytelling to modern mediums of communication. The anecdotes of Birbal and Tenali Raman tell us about the importance of wit and a presence of mind. Amar Chitra Katha has put together ten such tales from Indian folklore and is a must-read for everyone who enjoys immaculate wit and innate wisdom in storytelling Vol II When Ashoka looked at the destruction on the battlefield in Kalinga, something changed inside him. When Gandhi was thrown off the train in South Africa, his life took an unanticipated turn. History is filled with stories about events in the lives of great men and women, moments of enlightenment that changed their lives and, through them, the lives of others.