An Engrossing And Vivid Eye-Witness Account Of The Grandeur And Splendour Of The Kutch State Including Customs Of The Royal Family. Very Well Illustrated. Bridges The Gap Between The Past And The Present. Also Covers The Devastating Earthquake Of January 2001. 14 Chapters The Being Epilogue.

This personal narrative about life in a remote desert region of western India tells of how love of place and love of person find their equilibrium in a world far removed from modernity. Yet this small, distant land of kingship and pastoral life is rapidly being eroded by the new India of commerce and industrialization. The author describes how an ancient society is transformed by the culture of consumption where the lyrical beauty of balance, exchange and loyalty is translated into a single market economy. The people and places of post-Partition Kacch, where even the land and value systems of a lately independent India now appear in a nostalgic light, are described in detail. This is a record of private emotion and physical terrain, of traditions and of profound social practice.

This book presents a series of perspectives on the cultural evolution of 16th century Bhuj in the district of Kachchh, India, a city that witnessed considerable destruction in the earthquake of Jan. 2001. It provides glimpses of the city through photographs taken during the 19th century and on.

Step into a world where 43 captivating short stories entertain and enlighten. "Interesting Stories" delves into the realms of superstition, women's empowerment, and the intricate dance of modern-day relationships. The genres span family and social dramas, heart-pounding thrillers, and exhilarating sporting activities. With every page, the book offers an array of experiences.