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March – a riveting tale of the civil rights era

July 18, 2020July 18, 2020Pramod NairLeave a Comment

‘March: Book One’, the first book of a trilogy, is a riveting tale of the civil rights era told from the perspective of U.S. Congressmen John Lewis.

A House-Boat on the Styx, a prime example of Bangsian fantasy

July 12, 2020July 12, 2020Pramod NairLeave a Comment

A review of ‘A House-Boat on the Styx’ by john Kendrick Bangs.

Lucky Luke – The cowboy who shoot faster than his shadow

July 1, 2020July 1, 2020Pramod NairLeave a Comment

A review of ‘Billy The Kid’, one of the titles in the Lucky Luke series, an immensely enjoyable comic book series for readers of all age groups.

Ark on the Move – A first-hand view of the conservation efforts in Mauritius & Madagascar

June 6, 2020June 6, 2020Pramod NairLeave a Comment

A review of ‘Ark on the Move’ by Gerald Durrell, a captivating narration of Durrell’s experience during wildlife conservation efforts at the islands of Madagascar and Mauritius.

If Only They Could Talk – A veterinarian’s hilarious adventures

May 16, 2020May 20, 2020Pramod NairLeave a Comment

In ‘If Only They Could Talk’, James Herriot chronicles some of the most amusing moments from his life as a veterinarian. A semi-autobiographical work, which presents a historical perspective of the practice of veterinary science.

Book Review – The Grand Babylon Hotel

May 6, 2020May 6, 2020Pramod NairLeave a Comment

A review of The Grand Babylon Hotel by Arnold Bennett – A pretty fast paced adventure across the Europe with lots of mystery, political conspiracy, espionage and interesting characters; an amusing read.

Polar Dream: The Heroic Saga of the First Solo Journey by a Woman and Her Dog to the Pole

April 25, 2020April 25, 2020Pramod NairLeave a Comment

Book Review of ‘Polar Dream: The Heroic Saga of the First Solo Journey by a Woman and Her Dog to the Pole’ by Helen Thayer.

Fields and Pastures New – A Heartwarming Image of Country Life

April 9, 2020April 25, 2020Pramod NairLeave a Comment

Fields and Pastures New presents the reader with the story of how McCormack, a total stranger and outsider to the Choctaw County, in Alabama, gains the respect as a veterinary doctor and acceptance as a friendly neighbor within the community through his acts of healing the sick animals and taking care of them with kindness and patience.

Gary Larson and The Far Side

March 26, 2020March 26, 2020Pravasi DailyLeave a Comment

Gary Larson, the American cartoonist and his internationally syndicated cartoon series ‘The Far Side’ – syndicated in more than 1900 newspapers – are both legendary in the annals of newspaper cartoon arena.

The Castle of the Carpathians: A Romantic Fairy Tale shrouded in the mists of Supernatural

March 15, 2020March 15, 2020Pravasi DailyLeave a Comment

Set in the mountainous regions of rural Transylvania, ‘The Castle of the Carpathians’ is a tale of mystery, with romantic counts, noble braves, love and longing bordering the realms of madness and slightly chilling elements of superstition, which is worthy for light reading.