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Apprenticed to a Himalayan Master    by   Sri M. After reading books like "Autobiography of Yogi" and " In search of secret India" I came across this book. This book talks about autobiographical journey of 19 years teen from Kerala how travelled to the Himalayan in pursuit of true knowledge and its about transformation of Mr. M to Shri M (Yogi).His mastery over Upanishads and the deep knowledge of other Indian scriptures, his classical understanding of other religions of the world, and his insights, to enlighten us. He has presented his memoirs in simple and narrative way. Book also deals with journey of charming Himalaya, his convention with various saints and Mahatmas, predominantly his Guru in the Himalayas, spent many years in which his divine change took place which are are very readable. The truth seekers always fall in the confusions because of differing possibilities of many pathways which are ultimately leading to same conclusion anyways autho
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 "Pour Your Heart Into It by Howard Schultz,Chairman & CEO of STARBUCKS" Many of have enjoyed steamy hot coffee at Starbucks & must have delighted with the experience you get while drinking world's best coffee. Starsbucks is the world's largest coffee house chain in the world with more than 21000 stores in 63 countries. It has revenue more than $15 billion dollars. And if want to know how the guy with no experience in selling coffee takes the company from one shop to the multi billion dollar empire you have read this awesome book. People are drinking coffee since ,1582 i.e more than 500 years & its has been sold in coffee house (Caffe Florian,Venice) since 1720.So what did Starbucks differently to reinvent the coffee ?? Yes all the answers are in this book. This book not only help in business but also making our life better. Following are the few takeaways from the book though there are more than that. 1) PEOPLE ARE NOT LINE ITEM

I प्रकाशवाटा -डॉ। प्रकाश आमटे I

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I प्रकाशवाटा -डॉ। प्रकाश आमटे I Inspired... Is the only word which describes this amazing book by Dr.Prakash Amte based on his experiences & challenges at Lok Biradari Prakalp at Hemalkasa. This book is unbelievable story of setting up a project for the betterment of Madia Aadiwasis to bring them in mainstream.Some of the highlights of the book are that experiences of Dr.Kamte's while treating the patients, bear in mind that these are not the ordinary patients.Most of the cases which they treated were rares t of rare ones.Dr.Kamte stresses the fact that if you want to achieve something great it won't be possible without teamwork & man he really got the team who gave it all for their goal.Special mention must be to Jagan Machkale.This book isn't for weak hearted. If you think that the problems & challenges you are facing in life are hard & frustrating then give couple of hours to read this book.( Its available in English too) So

I The Industries of the Future by Alec Ross I

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 I  The Industries of the Future by Alec Ross I I always thought that our generation from Non Metro part of India was not able to capitalize that much on DOTCOM Boom.If we have been guided,mentored in early phases of our education then we also could have enjoyed the fruits of DOTCOM boom.We started getting into computers/IT relatively late when the sector already reached to its peak & isolation.We kinda 'Missed the Bus'. If you don't wanna happen this to your loved ones & you are  budding entrepreneur.Read this amazing & thrilling ride. This is a very authentic (as writer is former Senior Innovation Adviser to Obama Administration) & comprehensive account what innovations happening all over the world. Ross travelled to over 40 countries, examining emerging trends and has connected the dots to provide a compelling and credible overview of where we might be headed in the next 10-20 years. It covers wide range of topics like Robotics,Precision Medicine,

I नसीरुद्दीन शाह आणि मग एक दिवस - सई परांजपे I

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I नसीरुद्दीन शाह आणि मग एक दिवस - सई परांजपे I Naseeruddin Shah is considered one of the finest actors of our time & my favorite too ( Obviously- A Wednesday ). So i have picked up this translated autobiography of him. In this lucid book he reveals that how hard it was of him to become actor in those times where it was not appropriate career choice considering his strict father who happens to be government servant. He was very poor at studies but very good at cricket & rehearsing long paragraphs of plays so he become star in school & college scene.Then even after against everyone in his family he took admission in NSD & then FTII. He has very daring shared all his mistakes,demons & anxieties which makes this a very interesting read like he married at the age of 19 ! , took drugs & had several affairs & intimate encounters.He even slept on footpath & buststations.Reading about his struggle will make you feel for him. He talks in depth about

I Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson I

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I Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson I This is the book i read several years ago but its one of the very few books which had profound effect on me as person & if you read it will surely have it on you. Hence i recommend it to everyone read it once & re-read at least every year. Steve Jobs was prickly,tricky & most contradictory kind of person but the company which he started from his parent's garage became worlds biggest & most valuable company. He did that by selling most mater ialistic & costliest products of our time but he himself was way away from all the materialistic things i mean no furniture in home (literally, as if people visited his home they have to sit on floor to discuss the matter with him) no extravagant clothes & cars to show off (same dress Turtle neck & blue jeans for all days )as he was extreme Minimalist.  But he is the most iconic & innovative persons of our times.Checkout any recent start up stories of the founders in

I Melghatavaril Mohor: Dr. Ravindra ani Dr. Smita Kolhe by Mrinalini Chitale I

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Melghatavaril Mohor: Dr. Ravindra ani Dr. Smita Kolhe by Mrinalini Chitale UNSUNG HEROES Dr.Ravindra & Dr.Smnita Kolhe fits the every possible definition of the UNSUNG HEROES. These people are devoted their lives for the betterment of the one the most malnourished & poorest tribes in Melghat,Maharashtra. This books tells the story of their hard work & passion towards their goal.Born with heart decease Dr.Ravindra Kolhe is a man with a core of steel who is greatly supported by  his fiery wife Dr.Smita.In 1984 they started their clinic in small village Bairagarh which treats people by charging only Rs.1.They do not take any funds from anyone.It is the story beliefs,ethics & values.It tells us that there is more meaningful life beyond materialistic things. They not only treated people with medical conditions but they improved their lives with smart agricultural techniques,fighting against corrupt government officials & powerful people. Read & spread th