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An intimate, brotherly tribute to the quiet sacrifices and relentless dedication that forged a sporting legend. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with The making of a cricketer.
- warm
- inspiring
- reflective
- 01
Playing it my way
Sachin Tendulkar
A humble, detailed walk through the life of a sporting demigod who carried the hopes of a billion people on his shoulders.
- 02
A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
K. Bhushan
A steady, respectful chronicle of a transformative mind that shaped a nation's scientific and political landscape.
- 03
All Round View
Imran Khan
A reflective journey that bridges the physical discipline of a twentieth-century athlete with deep philosophical inquiry.
- 04
Ambedkar
Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar
A stark, unflinching personal record that exposes the deep, everyday cruelties of systemic prejudice through the eyes of a visionary.
- 05
Speaking of films
Satyajit Ray
An intellectual and reflective journey into the art of cinema, guided by the precise vision of a master Indian filmmaker.
- 06
The 3 Mistakes of My Life
Chetan Bhagat
A fast-paced, emotionally turbulent ride through the highs of youthful ambition and the devastating lows of real-world tragedy.
- 07
Before Memory Fades
Fali S. Nariman
A front-row seat to the making of modern Indian law, guided by a voice of unwavering intellect and quiet moral reckoning.
- 08
The discovery of India
Jawaharlal Nehru · 1976
A sweeping, deeply personal meditation on the soul, history, and enduring resilience of an ancient civilization.
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Wise and otherwise
Sudhā Mūrti · 2005
A reflective journey through India's economically challenged regions, uniquely captured in classical Sanskrit.
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Transcendence
A. P. J. Abdul Kalam and Arun Tiwari
A serene and deeply personal meditation on finding the ultimate harmony between scientific inquiry and spiritual surrender.
- 11
Unofficial guide to ethical hacking
Ankit Fadia
An accessible, enthusiastic initiation into the underground world of computer security and digital exploits.
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Encyclopaedia of Indian cinema
Ashish Rajadhyaksha
A comprehensive, scholarly immersion into the rich history and biographical landscape of Indian motion pictures.
