A tremendous first novel from an exciting young author recently chosen as one of the Telegraph`s `20 under 40` best UK writers. Famous for its electric chaos, the city of Bombay also accommodates pockets of calm. In one such space works Mohan, a contemplative man who has spent his life observing people from his seat as a letter-writer outside the main post office. But Mohan`s lack of engagement with the world has caused a thawing of his marriage. At this delicate moment Mohan
- & his wife, Lakshmi
- are joined at their home in Saraswati Park by their nephew, Ashish, a sexually uncertain 19-year-old who has to repeat his final year in college. As the novel unfolds, the lives of each of the three characters are thrown into relief by the comical frustrations of family life: annoying relatives, unspoken yearnings & unheard grievances. When Lakshmi loses her only brother, she leaves Bombay for a relative`s home to mourn not only the death of a sibling but also the vital force of her marriage. Ashish, meanwhile, embarks on an affair with a much richer boy in his college &, not long afterwards, succumbs to the overtures of his English tutor. As Mohan scribbles away in the margins of the sort of books he secretly hopes to write one day, he worries about whether his wife will return, what will become of Ashish, & if he himself will ever find his own voice to write from the margins about the centre of which he will never be a part.

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Sarawak on a double-sided map by Periplus, with enlargements for the Kuching area & Gunung Mulu National Park, & street plans for Kuching, Miri, Bintulu, Sibu, Kapit, Sarikei & Damai Beach. Additional tourist information is provided. The state of Sarawak appears in full on one side of the map at 1:1, 000, 000. The network of main roads is shown, local airports are marked & main places of interest highlighted, such as national parks, wildlife sanctuaries & rest stops on some main roads. The mapping also shows internal administrative divisions with names. A base with bold relief shading shows the terrain, with spot heights given for the main peaks. The state's river system is indicated clearly. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at intervals of 1 ...

Sarawak on a double-sided map by Periplus, with enlargements for the Kuching area, Kelabit Highlands, Bako National Park & Gunung Mulu National Park, & street plans for Kuching, Miri, Bintulu, Sibu, Kapit, Sarikei & Damai Beach. On one side is a map of Sarawak at 1:1, 000, 000, including Brunei. Topography is shown by relief shading & altitude colouring, with rivers & names of the mountain ranges & main peaks. Road network

Includes:: selected local tracks, indicates rest stops & shows distances on main routes. Local airports are marked & symbols indicate various places of interest. Also marked are internal administrative borders. The map has latitude & longitude lines at intervals of 1°. There is no index. Most of the reverse side is taken by a street plan of Kuching at 1:17, 500 highlighting locations of selected accommodation & various places of interest. The plan is indexed for streets, sights, hotels, restaurants, banks, shopping facilities, etc. The main map clearly indicates other areas shown in more detail on enlargements & street plans:* Kutching region at 1:250, 000 with a street plan of Damai Beach & a further enlargement of the Bako National Park.* Enlargements of the Gunung Mulu National Park (1:250, 000) & the Kelabit Highlands.* Street plans at various scales of Miri, Bintulu, Sibu, Kapit, Sarikei Like the main map & the street plan of Kuching, all are annotated with accommodation & places of interest.

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Sarawak & Sabah, the Malaysian part of Borneo, & Brunei, at 1:620, 000 on an indexed, double-sided map from ITMB with street plans of Kota Kinabalu, Kuching & Bandar Seri Bengawan, plus an enlargement for the Mount Kinabalu trail. The map is double-sided, with a generous overlap between the sides. Topography is shown by altitude colouring & spot heights, both in feet. Swamps areas are also indicated. The map shows the region’s road network indicating driving distances on selected main routes. Local airports & ferry routes are marked. Also shown are internal administrative visions into provinces. Symbols indicate various places of interest including selected tourist accommodation, beaches & watersport sites, etc. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 1° intervals. Each side of the map has a separate index. Also provided are street plans of central Kota Kinabalu, Kuching & Bandar Seri Bengawan, all annotated with tourist accommodation, various facilities & places of interest. An enlargement at 1:50, 000 Approx. shows the trail to the summit to Mount Kinabalu with contours at 500 feet but spot heights in both feet & metres. ...

Malaysian province of Sarawak on the north-western side of Borneo at 1:800, 000 on a double-sided map, with extensive text accompanied by colour photos providing additional tourist information. The whole province is shown on each side of the map, but with shading and/or colouring emphasising on one side the topography & on the reverse the vegetation. Only larger settlements are marked, with main roads & local airports/aerodromes. National parks, reserves & wildlife sanctuaries are highlighted. The map has no geographical coordinates. Both parts of Brunei are left blank. Both sides of the map carry numerous descriptions of Sarawak’s most interesting locations, national parks, etc, illustrated with 55 colour photos. Also included is a time line from pre-history to the present day. ...

Sardinia on a single-sided, indexed road map at 1:300, 000 from Insight. This large map

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Sardinia in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

Sardinia in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Sardinia is the Sunflower Landscapes guide to exploring the best walking & touring possibilities on the isl&. The guide covers a range of routes including walks in Gallura, Supramonte, Barbagia, Marmilla, Costa del Sud, Iglesiente, Catena del Goceano & Nurra. A double-sided, fold-out touring map at the back of the book gives an overview of Sardinia, basic street plans of Cagliari & Sasari & the locations of each walk. Detailed information about touring by hired car or public transport, as well as on foot, is provided, helping walkers to navigate & plan day-trips. Shorter strolls are also included as an alternative for each main route for those seeking more leisurely days out. The guide is structured in two main parts ...

Sardinia in the Italia series from Footprint; comprising of a range of titles dedicated to the regions of Italy & designed for independent travellers who like exploring off the beaten track. Footprint guides have an established reputation, built up since 1921, for catering for more adventurous & individual travellers. Each author has travelled extensively to provide unique insights into Italy ...