New on shelves: Ila Arun’s autobiography, a translation of Kabir’s songs & more
Philosophical poems, the physics of relationships and a candid autobiography, new titles for your reading list
‘The Art of Physics: Eight Elegant Ideas to Make Sense of Almost Everything’, by Zahaan Bharmal
It’s common knowledge that physics describes the laws of the universe. But Zahaan Bharmal’s new book argues that it can illuminate the mysteries of human relationships as well. Moving away from the well-trodden path of the social sciences, the author brings in thermodynamics, quantum mechanics and much more to make sense of the chaotic ways in which the human world works. (HarperCollins India, 272 pages, ₹499)
‘The Notbook of Kabir’, by Anand
Kabir is lauded as one of India’s great mystical poets, a revolutionary for his time and beyond. Anand revisits his legacy to illuminate its impact on contemporary India. Not only did Kabir’s poetry speak against injustice, but it also helped reimagine activism as an instrument of social justice. Exploring Kabir’s timeless appeal, Anand draws fresh interest to one of the pioneers of all times. (Penguin Random House, 332 pages, ₹499)
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‘The Chess Revolution: Understanding the Power of an Ancient Game in the Digital Age’, by Peter Doggers
How did the ancient game of chess, a pursuit of nerds and difficult to master, turn into a global phenomenon? Journalist Peter Doggers attempts to answer this question in The Chess Revolution. Tracing the evolution of the game—once played by kings and queens, now a world-class sport, with formidable AI-powered contenders—he weaves a riveting narrative. (Hachette India, 416 pages, ₹799)
‘Parde ke Peechhey: An Autobiography’, by Ila Arun
Ila Arun came into the public domain trailing oodles of colour, controversy and charm. From her explosive debut with the now-classic track from Khalnayak to her later career as pop diva who reinvented folksy tunes with a disco twist, her life is marked by her stamp of uniqueness. In her autobiography, told to Anjula Bedi, Arun revisits her journey, warts and all, with her signature humour. (Penguin Random House, 384 pages, ₹699)
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First Published:3 Dec 2024, 11:00 AM IST
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