india

"A civil rights leader, Mahatma Gandhi opposed apartheid and helped India gain independence. His peaceful protests inspired many other great leaders. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into his story. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms"--Amazon.com.

Looks at the Indian festival Diwali.

After witnessing his two friends killed by a "small" bomb that detonated in a Dehli marketplace, Mansoor Ahmed becomes involved with a charismatic young activist, whose allegiances and beliefs are more changeable than he could have imagined.

In Meals in India, young readers will learn learn about the foods and cultural practices that make up mealtime in India.

Retells in verse the Indian fable of the blind men discovering different parts of an elephant and arguing about its appearance. The illustrations depict the blind arguers as mice.

Indian design and style is enjoying a boom in popularity as more and more people discover its diverse charm and graphic invention. Kalim Winata and Reed Darmon (author of the popular Made in Japan and Made in China) have created a beautiful, and inspiring collection of vintage Indian design. The hundreds of images packed into this delightfully compact book include folk art and religious iconography, book and matchbox covers, Raj-era postcards, household product packaging and ads, Bollywood posters, toys and games, and other colorful and charming ephemera. A stylish object and graphic essay in one, Made in India is an extraordinary glimpse into the heart of Indian pop culture.

Provides a brief biography of Mahatma Gandhi, the Indian political and spiritual leader who lead his country to freedom from British rule through his policy of nonviolent resistance.

Explores the history and architecture of India, featuring graphics, computer animation, and location footage. Examines how architectural glories such as the Taj Mahal reflect the character of the Indian people. Includes a graphic recreation of an Indus Valley City of the Second Millenium B.C.

Explores the culture of India as well as other fascinating sites such as the Ganges River.