Manorama: 2 books

This is a book far removed from the clichs of the Raj. Set mainly in south India, it is the story of a middle aged academic caught up in a scandal that threatens to overwhelm his career & family. It deals with the many aspects of love and introduces a range of diverse characters. There is humour, wisdom and sadness and an insight into the politics of academia.

Practitioners around the world reap the physical benefits of yoga, assuming poses and frequently calling them by their Sanskrit names. While many know that hanumanasana is named for the deity Hanuman, few understand why this is the case. Behind each asana and its corresponding movements is an ancient...