18 CASE STUDIES TRACKED OVER A PERIOD OF 10 YEARS TO ANALYSE HOW DEGREE OF MARKET COMPETITION INFLUENCES COUNTERVAILING POWER OF INSTITUTIONS. THE ONLY WORK OF ITS KIND TO DATE

This is a remarkable attempt to build the foundations of Indian/Hindu psychiatry. It will touch a chord with anyone who has grown up in India, and is instructive for people seeking to understand how psychiatry and psychoanalysis translate to non-Western cultures.

This is one of the world's best books on Pakistan. Christine Osborne's gives a lot of information about Pakistan's history, civilizations, culture, education, physical features, food, travelling info, etc. This book also has many pictures taken in Pakistan.

Maps: Osborne shows us many maps in this book. Some of the maps include maps of Pakistan, Punjab, major cities, and many more...

Pictures: In this book you'll find many pictures of markets, mosques, universities, people, Mohenj-daro, other Indus ruins, mountains, rivers, tombs, cities, and many more things.

Recipes: She tells us how to cook some Pakistani delights in this book. Some include how to make Chapatis, Naan, Dhal, Raita, Chutney, Lamb Tikka(Kebab), Shami Kebabs, Sheesh, Chapli, Chicken tikka, Rogan Josh, Alu Gosh, Palak, Lamb or Mutton Biryani, Chicken curry, Nargisi Kofta, Passsanda, all Masalas, Neharis, Sagai, Bullay, Sauce, Prupu, Fish, Firni, Shahi Tukra, Gaja Halwa, Zan, Bullay, Chickpeas Bullay, and Masala Gurda Kalegi. She also tells us all the spices and what they are in English.

History: She tells us the whole history of Pakistan from the 3000 B.C. ruins of Indus Valley Civilization to the independence of Pakistan.

Ancient Cities: Pictures, facts, and a lot of Information show us the cities of Pakistan that date back to 3000 B.C. Such great cities include the two oldest, Mohenj-daro and Harappa.

Sights: There are many sights to visit in Pakistan like the shores of Karachi, huge mosques including the world's largest, emperor tombs, ancient areas, great walls, Victorian areas, Karachi Churchs, and other great places.

Victorian: When Pakistan was ruled by Britain, many monuments were made marking the age. Such monuments include the Victorian Clocktower, gothic church, Lahore gates, and other structures.

Natural Wonders: There are many natural wonders to visit in Pakistan like the deserts, rainforests, woods, fields, mountains, lakes, rocky areas, and rivers. Among them are the Thar desert,Mount K2 (world's second tallest), and Indus river (one of Asia's longest).

People: Osborne tells a lot about the people of Pakistan. Some pictures show the lives of people in different parts of Pakistan like Punjab, Jacogabad (Asia's hottest place), Thar, Karachi,etc. This book also shows a picture of the world's tallest man.

Travelling:She tells us a lot about travelling like flights, time differences, sights, brochures, and major hotels.

City info.: She tells us a lot about major cities like their area, population, sights, and culture.

Crafts: Many crafts are done in Pakistan like pottery, weaving, embroidery, ornaments, sculptures, etc. Pakistan makes many expensive Lahore rugs that are world famous and can be seen in over a million museams in the world in the Islamic exhibits. These are very similar to Persian and Turkish rugs and mats.

I have told you only some of the things you can find in this book not all the things. I'm sure Osborne wrote almost everything you want to know about the Beautiful Nation Pakistan. This is one of my best books! By reading this you'll know all about one of the world's most beautiful countries, Pakistan.

This is a excellent guide to Calcutta. There is a lot of information about art, culture, history, also travel tips. The photographs are stunning. There are some good maps. I recommend the book. It presents a positive but honest view of a complex and fascinating city. It's beautifully designed.

This book is a great keepsake as well as guide book. The photographs are beautiful, so you get to "see" parts of the country that you would otherwise not be exposed to. The book has good travel hints (such as special airfares for nonresidents). Well formatted also with special symbol for hints specific to geographic areas.

This book is a wonderful introductory handbook for anyone unfamiliar with the beliefs, practices, and/or history of the Muslim world. It could easily be subtitled 'everything you want to ask a Muslim but were too afraid you'd offend him/her if you did.' The text is clear, brief and to the point. Although the language is simple, the book is not simplistic and does not make sweeping generalizations.

The book is organized by topic. The first chapter orients the reader with a geographic and demographic overview of Islamic world, while another chapter (Islamic Civilization) provides a cultural overview. 'The Spread of Islam' outlines political history of the Islamic world. Muslim beliefs and traditions, as well as the relationships between Islam, Christianity and Judaism, are explained. This little book is highly recommended for those who consider themselves informed about the culturally diverse peoples in the world, or in their own communities.

Kiran Bedi is a woman who is unafraid and goes where no man has gone before. In this book she carefully documents her tenure at Tihar Jail, the largest prison in Asia. Because she has taken copious notes she is able to reconstruct her observations and experiences in great detail. From the beginning to the end she outlines what she saw, how she dealt with it, her successes and the few failures. The conditions she was met with when she got there are abominable. As more and more people get involved and begin to care, as she does, the prison grows and blossoms - from a hell hole to an ashram, from a stinking garbage heap to a fruitful colony of people who really want to change. Her emphasis over and over is on the people - actually rehabilitating everyone. "It's Always Possible" is a perfect title, as it is what she believes, what she knows is the potential for each and every human being. The story is simple, the facets many and complicated. The language is "Indian English" - at times a little different from "Standard" English. But every page is worthwhile, every paragraph brings a new insight, a new piece of the puzzle that helps to elucidate how and why Tihar Jail was the way it was and how it was possible to transform it. Prison Administration everywhere should read this book and try to meet with Ms. Bedi. What she says and how she says it is not out of reach of the normal human being. As fellow human beings on this planet we can all take inspiration and gain humility and big-heartedness from this amazing woman and her accomplishments.

Jackals' Wedding is a fascinating book about growing up in British India, and the authors' trip back as an adult trying to understand the mysteries of her childhood. Her family's buried secrets, particularly the mysterious disappearance of her father, make for an interesting exploration into the culture of the times and family dynamics.

I picked up this 500-plus page book on a Wednesday and barely put it down until it was completed on Saturday, four days later. I am anxiously awaiting the sequel.

I would recommend this book for serious folks interested in the art of Mogul Miniatures. Jahangir was a very special king and this book sheds light on the magic of the time period. It is a big and physically heavy book but such a joy to read. You can glimpse into the interests and lives of the royality and experience their lives in detail. The authors have gone into alot of research and there are many descriptions to dates, calendar, language and art. The book itself is a work of art. The reproductions of the miniature paintings, including many portraits of the royal court, are excellent. It is about time that art such as this is understood, recognized and appreciated. This book leads the way.