Anita Nair Knihy

Akhila, pětačtyřicetiletá neprovdaná úřednice, nikdy neměla šanci žít si po svém – vždycky se musela podřizovat své rodině, kterou po otcově smrti živila. Veškeré její pokusy osamostatnit se a žít si vlastním životem narážejí na nepochopení rodiny i okolí. Jednoho dne učiní rozhodující krok, koupí si jízdenku do města na jihovýchodním cípu indického poloostrova a vydá se na cestu. V dámském lehátkovém kupé cestuje s pěti dalšími ženami, které jí během noci jedna po druhé vyprávějí své životní příběhy. Akhila od nich nečeká odpověď na otázku, která ji pronásleduje celý její dospělý život – totiž zda neprovdaná žena může být šťastná či zda k naplnění potřebuje manžela –, jen naslouchá líčení různých podob manželských, rodinných a mezilidských vztahů a nakonec dospívá k rozhodnutí a činu, jímž se kniha uzavírá. Českého čtenáře (či spíše čtenářku) kniha zaujme nejen mimořádnou čtivostí, ale i exotičností prostředí a hlavně tématem, jímž je momentálně celosvětově velmi aktuální ženská otázka.

An incongruent pair and their illuminating friendship. Join Baby Jaan as she listens to Muezza's mesmerizing tales and soak in the wonder of rare, enlightening nuggets of Islamic lore. A djinn in the form of a baby camel and Prophet's favourite cat come together in their shared exploits and a mutual education. As their chance meeting and tender bond is delicately explored, we are offered a fascinating array of teachings from the Quran that is sure to captivate children of all ages. Savour some enthralling gems about Nuh's ark, God breathing life into the first man and woman, Iblis the djinn-turned-angel, the gift of free will, the ninety-nine names of God, the blessed she-camel, the mighty King Sulaiman and much, much more. Charmingly whimsical and breathtakingly illustrated, Muezza and Baby Jaan is a read like no other.

Timeless stories told anew Find out how the world was created, why the sun and moon never meet each other though they live in the same sky, how clouds appeared to save mankind from the sun’s scorching rays and why living creatures shed tears when they are in pain. Retold by bestselling author Anita Nair, these magical stories from all over the world come alive with a freshness and exuberance that is sure to delight and captivate readers of all ages.

From wise sages to demonic asuras, beautiful river deities to arrogant kings, wayward gods to brave princes, this collection of myths showcases the most enchanting and magical stories from Indian mythology.

A powerful historical novel from a well-loved and celebrated author.The year is 1659. Idris, a Somalian trader, is in Kerala to attend the Mamangam festivities. By a strange twist of fate, he meets his nine-year-old son whose existence he had been unaware of. In an attempt to keep his son close to him, he embarks with him on a voyage that ends in the diamond mines of Golconda. Packed with passion, adventure and fascinating aspects of life in the seventeenth century in southern India, Idris is a page-turner that will intrigue and excite readers everywhere.ABOUT THE AUTHORAnita Nair is the best-selling author of five novels, The Better Man, Ladies Coupé, Mistress, Lessons in Forgetting and Cut Like Wound. Mistress was longlisted for the 2008 Orange Prize in the UK. Her books have been translated into thirty languages around the world. Anita lives in Bangalore with her husband and son. Visit her at www.anitanair.net.

A combination of essays, short stories, poems and extracts from published works in both English and Malayalam, this anthology affords a tantalizing glimpse into the rich and varied layers of experience that Kerala has to offer.

Inspector Gowda is back in another nail-biting thriller set in Bangalore India, the city now a hub for child trafficking.

A middle-aged bachelor, Mukundan returns to the Indian town where he was born, where he is tested and forced to confront his past. Reprint.

The sudden disappearance of Meera's husband thrusts her into a challenging new reality, where she must navigate the complexities of single motherhood while managing her extended family and their ancestral home in Bangalore. As she grapples with her emotional turmoil, Meera's journey explores themes of resilience, familial duty, and self-discovery amidst the chaos of her new life.

"There are only very few reasons for you to consider quitting: First, you never had a true dream. Second, you are scared of your future because you worry too much about results. Third, you are distracted by people around you which means you lost focus. Fourth, your choice of path was wrong and you refuse to change it. And fifth, you are simply impatient that you do not want to work. When you are about to give up, just remember these words of Winston Churchill, 'Never give up on something that you can't go a day without thinking about.'" Only a fraction of the aspiring entrepreneurs show the courage to embark upon an entrepreneurial journey. An aspiring entrepreneur needs a burning desire matched with hard work to realize the dream. That 'I can and I will' spirit is necessary for entrepreneurial success. During his long career in various markets, the author has tasted miserable failures and enjoyed great successes. He makes examples of his own naivety as lessons to the readers. As one draws inspiration from the successes of others, there are lessons to learn from failures. The author has quoted several success stories to deliver the message - 'It Is You'.