Search Results: Authors starting with C from Keystones Books

HI-IS & POD. Paperback. NEW. Trent's Last Case, also known as The Woman in Black, is a renowned novel that holds a special place in the detective genre. Written by E.C. Bentley, it is considered the first book to satirize the very genre it belongs to, aiming to expose the fallibility of the Holmesian method of deduction. The story revolves around the mysterious death of Sigsbee Manderson, an American tycoon, at his English country house. Philip Trent, an artist and amateur detective, arrives at the scene only to discover that there is more to the case than meets the eye. Puzzling questions arise, such as why Manderson was not wearing his false teeth and why his young widow appears relieved by his demise. As Trent delves deeper into the investigation, he not only confronts the challenges of solving complex puzzles but also grapples with his own limitations in both detective work and matters of the heart. Agatha Christie, one of the most celebrated authors in the mystery genre, regards Trent's Last… Read More

HarperCollins India. Hardcover. NEW. A study of the institution of the President of India, this book is based on the author's term as Deputy Secretary to the seventh president, Giani Zail Singh. In particular, it examines the President's role when authoritarian governments are voted in

Penguin. Paperback. NEW. C. Subramania Bharati (1882-1921) has an unrivalled reputation in twentieth-century Tamil literature and has come to be known as the Tamil 'Mahakavi', meaning 'Supreme Poet'. His work as a poet and prose-writer ignited a Renaissance in modern Tamil writing. However, he also wrote and published regularly in English. The Coming Age brings together Bharati's important English writings in an authoritative and reliable edition presented by his great-granddaughter. The pieces in this volume reveal a well informed and cosmopolitan writer, engaging with the world around him, passionately sharing his opinions. Exploring Indian history and culture, offering a shattering contemporary view of the colonial experience, commenting on political events, advocating for women's rights and caste equality, and sharing his deep knowledge of the Tamil language and literary tradition, these pieces present Bharati in a new light for a new generation.

Penguin UK. Paperback. NEW. RK TIMES BESTSELLER, THIS BOOK WILL CHANGE HOW YOU SEE INTROVERTS - AND YOURSELF - FOREVER.Our lives are driven by a fact that most of us can't name and don't understand. It defines who our friends and lovers are, which careers we choose, and whether we blush when we're embarrassed.That fact is whether we're an introvert or an extrovert.The most fundamental dimension of personality, at least a third of us are introverts, and yet shyness

WaterBrook. Hardcover. NEW. The viral video star behind Dude Dad offers a humorous and heartfelt guide to helping expectant fathers survive and thrive during the wild ride that is forty weeks of pregnancy. Numerous apps and books exist to help expectant parents understand thei

Vintage Classics. Paperback. NEW. In Invisible Cities Marco Polo conjures up cities of magical times for his host, the Chinese ruler Kublai Khan, but gradually it becomes clear that he is actually describing one city: Venice.

Sphere. Paperback. NEW. Yesterday's mistakes are paid for with today's blood in the latest exciting entry in Tom Clancy's #1 New York Times bestselling series. As President of the United States, Jack Ryan wields unimaginable power, but there's one foe he can't hope to defe

Penguin India. Paperback. NEW. James Cameron was no stranger to India when he travelled there with his wife in 1972. His work as journalist and his new family brought him a closer understanding of the country he already loved. He also met new people, travelled to unfamilar areas and witnessed the changes that Independence had brought. With this fresh eye he saw kindness and corruption, beauty and filth, impossible bureaucracy and profound humanity. This text tells of his experiences.

Scholastic Paperbacks. Paperback. NEW. Sharon Cameron, award-winning author of ROOK and THE DARK UNWINDING, weaves a thrillingly dark mystery brimming with intrigue and romance, in which things are not always what they seem to be. When Katharine Tulman wakes in the middle of the night an

Macmillan Children's Books. Paperback. NEW. Rod Campbell's classic lift-the-flap book Dear Zoo is a firm favourite with toddlers and parents alike. This interactive pop-up edition retains all the charm of the original story and is packed full of exciting surprises. Young children will love lifting the flaps to discover the animals the zoo has sent – a very tall giraffe, a fierce lion and even a very jumpy frog. Will the zoo ever manage to send the perfect pet?With bright, bold artwork, a catchy refrain and a whole host of favourite animals, The Pop-Up Dear Zoo is a must for every child's bookshelf.

Hay House UK. Cards. NEW. Water is a powerful and sacred element that has been revered since ancient times for its healing properties. It is the source of life, and without it, life as we know it would not exist. In recognition of the importance of water, Rebecca Campbell has created the Healing Waters Oracle, a beautiful 44-card deck that invites us to connect with the sacredness of water and tap into its healing powers. The Healing Waters Oracle is a call to tune in to the rivers, lakes, seas, and oceans that surround us and to celebrate water as our most precious resource. It reminds us that where there is water, there is life, and where there is life, there is water. This oracle deck, accompanied by a guidebook, encourages us to see water and all of life as sacred. The mesmerizing digital montage imagery in this deck is created by visionary artist Katie-Louise, adding to the enchanting and captivating nature of the cards. Rebecca Campbell, a bestselling author known for her work in… Read More

Pushkin Press. Hardcover. NEW. Lucinda has lived her whole life in the shadow of her glamorous and outgoing high-end model sister Viviana. But when Viviana suddenly disappears on a trip to São Paulo, Lucinda drops everything to track her down. Met with indifference from the police, Lucinda joins forces with Viviana's girlfriend Graziane to launch her own investigation. When she discovers that her sister had a thriving career as a sex worker, the list of possible suspects widens. Then a cryptic text suggests that Viviana is still alive but being held hostage. With the minutes ticking by, Lucinda and Graziane must track down the men from Viviana's past to discover who might want to do her harm. A furiously contemporary and vibrant thriller that crackles with danger.

BluPrint. Paperback. NEW. Nitya is haunted by the pronouncement that he has “forgotten to live.” He leaves Suvastu, his childhood home, and the obsessive, matriarchal world of the Ammalkans to embark on journeys that will bring him in contact with the mercurial Umi whose life

Harpercollins. Paperback. NEW. The Success Principles is a motivational piece of literature. The author of this book tries to uncover some of the greatest secrets behind success. offering solutions to problems with the help of rules that help one achieve success in life, this book can be read a wide range of people.The author believes that high performance and success is attainable by all and the right kind of approach is necessary in order to achieve it. In this book, the author has discussed various golden principles and step-by-step action plans, which if followed with commitment would lead to both personal as well as professional success.Through this book, the author shares 64 simple, yet extraordinary principles. These are the secrets behind the author's success in life and have led him to write more than 50 bestselling books. This book teaches us the necessity to change our perception and understand what we need in life. The author advises the reader to gather the courage necessary in order to… Read More

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Manjul Publishing House Pvt. Ltd.. Paperback. NEW. Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen have inspired millions of people around the world to break through their fears and create their ideal lives. Now, in Dare to Win, they show you how to eliminate the roadblocks that prevent you from fulfilling your potential so you can get what you want out of life. Dare to Win teaches you to think like a winner you truly are and to believe in what you can become.

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Harpercollins. Paperback. NEW. The Tao of Physics is a classic study of the prominent similarities between Eastern mysticism and modern physics. The central premise of the book is that the ancient and mystical traditions of the East hold a rational theoretical skeleton, which can

Portfolio. Hardcover. NEW. From the millionaire entrepreneur and New York Times bestselling author of The 10X Rule comes a bold and contrarian wake-up call for anyone truly ready for success. One of the 7 best motivational books of 2016, according to Inc. Magazine. Before Grant Cardone built five successful companies (and counting), became a multimillionaire, and wrote bestselling books... he was broke, jobless, and drug-addicted. Grant had grown up with big dreams, but friends and family told him to be more reasonable and less demanding. If he played by the rules, they said, he could enjoy everyone else’s version of middle class success. But when he tried it their way, he hit rock bottom. Then he tried the opposite approach. He said NO to the haters and naysayers and said YES to his burning, outrageous, animal obsession. He reclaimed his obsession with wanting to be a business rock star, a super salesman, a huge philanthropist. He wanted to live in a mansion and even own an airplane.… Read More

Penguin eBury Press. Paperback. NEW. An under-strength Gorkha battalion undertakes the Indian Army's first heliborne operation deep behind enemy lines, defeating a Pakistani force twenty times its strength. Fighters of the Indian Air force target the Government House in Dhaka in a daring air raid, forcing the Pakistani government in Dhaka to capitulate and surrender. Four battle casualties become close friends at the Artificial Limb Centre in Pune in the war's aftermath. In this collection of true stories, decorated war veteran Major General Ian Cardozo recounts what really happened during the 1971 Indo-Pak war, piecing together every story in vivid detail through interviews with survivors and their families. The book also seeks to commemorate the lives of those who were killed and wounded in this war, which took place fifty years ago. From the tragic tale of the INS Khukri and its courageous captain, who went down with his ship, to how a battalion of the Gorkhas launched what we accept as the… Read More