When life delivers an unkind blow… Falling Grace is a romantic drama and thriller that describes the rollercoaster ride of love, lust and life. It is the story of a woman whose grace experiences a steep fall that she least expected. Outraged by a monster she had nurtured and cared for, she is at her lowest ebb in life—with a trampled dignity and a wounded soul. In a stranger, she finds the awakening she has been searching for. As she bares her heart to him, she emerges with a clear conscience, her dignity restored and soul salvaged. The deep, dark secret of the past is no longer a clinging burden on her mind. This sensational love-hate story will take you into depths hitherto unfathomed, leaving you shocked and gasping for breath.
Recent Advances in Ophthalmology 12 is the latest volume of this collection of reviews of the most recent developments in the field of ophthalmology. The book consists of sixteen chapters. Recent advances covered include the use of femtosecond laser in cataract surgery, the diagnosis and management of ocular AIDS, chapters on enhanced depth imaging technology OCT, and the use of intravitreal avastin. Other topics include the present status of phakic IOLs, the future of LASIK (refractive surgery for the treatment of myopia, hypermetropia, and astigmatism), and the latest developments in the treatment of glaucoma. This comprehensive update of ophthalmology topics, with over 100 full colour images and illustrations, is an essential resource for postgraduates and residents in ophthalmology, ophthalmic practitioners and ophthalmic consultants. Key Points Latest volume in the Recent Advances in Ophthalmology series Over 100 full colour images and illustrations Previous volume published 2013
‘Exemplary’ Ravish Kumar 'A wonderful selection’ Rana Safvi For generations, domestic servants in India have been subjected to neglect, apathy and cruelty. Though they are known nowadays as the domestic ‘help’, ‘aid’ or ‘staff’, often merely to meet the requirements of political correctness, their condition remains unchanged for the most part as the country’s privileged classes have failed to truly address the most pervasive inequalities in their households. In Lesser Lives, Nitin Sinha and Prabhat Kumar collect short fiction from the Hindi heartland that turns the gaze onto these continuing disparities. The eleven stories in the book, including Premchand’s ‘Maidservant’, Mahadevi Varma’s ‘Rama’, Saadat Hasan Manto’s ‘Blouse’, Amarkant’s ‘Bahadur’ and Shekhar Joshi’s ‘Dajyu’, offer both timeless classics and little-known literary gems, some of which have never been published in translation before.
Part of the new series Gems of Ophthalmology, this book provides ophthalmic surgeons with the latest advances in cataract surgery. Divided into 24 chapters, the book begins with an overview of incision making, followed by discussion on different types of lenses. The next sections cover a variety of techniques in cataract surgery including phacoemulsification for patients with other existing ocular conditions such as uveitis, corneal diseases and those that have previously undergone vitrectomy procedures. The book concludes with discussion on femtosecond laser-assisted surgery. Complete chapters are dedicated to paediatric cataract surgery and toxic anterior segment syndrome (acute inflammation following generally uneventful cataract and anterior segment surgery). This comprehensive text is further enhanced by clinical and surgical photographs, diagrams and tables. Other topics in the series include: Cornea & Sclera, Diseases of the Uvea, Glaucoma, and Retina. Key points Comprehensive guide to latest advances in cataract surgery Part of the new Gems of Ophthalmology series Covers many basic and more complex procedures Other topics in the series include: Cornea & Sclera, Diseases of the Uvea, Glaucoma, and Retina
This book is the latest volume in the Recent Advances in Ophthalmology series providing ophthalmic trainees and ophthalmologists with the latest surgical and technological developments in the field. Divided into 21 chapters, each section is dedicated to a specific topic, explaining symptoms, investigation techniques, imaging, differential diagnosis and treatment methods. The pros and cons of various surgical procedures are covered in depth. New to this volume is discussion on advances in lamellar keratoplasty, deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty, Descemet’s membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK), and a new technique – keratopigmentation. The text features nearly 400 clinical photographs, diagrams, flowcharts and tables to assist learning. Key points Latest volume in Recent Advances in Ophthalmology series Covers latest surgical and technological developments in the field Features new topics and nearly 400 images, flowcharts and tables Previous volume (9789386322784) published in 2017
This uniquely accessible book helps readers use CABology to solve real-world business problems and drive real competitive advantage. It provides reliable, concise information on the real benefits, usage and operationalization aspects of utilizing the “Trio Wave” of cloud, analytic and big data. Anyone who thinks that the game changing technology is slow paced needs to think again. This book opens readers’ eyes to the fact that the dynamics of global technology and business are changing. Moreover, it argues that businesses must transform themselves in alignment with the Trio Wave if they want to survive and excel in the future. CABology focuses on the art and science of optimizing the business goals to deliver true value and benefits to the customer through cloud, analytic and big data. It offers business of all sizes a structured and comprehensive way of discovering the real benefits, usage and operationalization aspects of utilizing the Trio Wave.
This book takes a social psychological perspective to study the ways in which identity, religious beliefs and well-being are related to and affect each other in the contemporary world. It simultaneously draws upon intellectual resources from the extant interdisciplinary literature to build connections within the broader societal context. In view of the social diversity and changes in post-globalization India, issues of identity, religion and well-being emerge as dynamic and vibrant aspects of social reality in both individual and group contexts, across age groups and genders. The current social-cultural-political scenario in the India, therefore, points to the need to investigate the outcome of personal and social well-being in relation to identity and religion. As contexts change, these issues take different shades and influence human conditions differentially. This book undertakes the investigation by going beyond the traditional tropes of behavioral science and discussing the dynamic interplay and confluence of socio-cultural-political variables in changing times. It draws from a large sample from the four major religious faiths in India—Hinduism, Islam, Christianity and Sikhism—and enables readers to understand significant interactions among facets of identity (personal and social), religious beliefs and practices and well-being (personal and social) with age and gender in an important segment of the global population.
Fifty years in a nation's life is a small period of time. However, it is quite likely that collective memory will have faded about several events...and so it is with the 1965 war that India was dragged into by Pakistan's chronic insecurities and territorial ambitions. This time in the form of a forcible attempt to annex Kashmir. Today, the details of the war that came between the tragedy of 1962 and the triumph of 1971 are hazy in the memory of the country. But it is a story that needs to be retold. Caught by surprise at the Pakistani offensive, India, then struggling as a nation, responded with extraordinary zeal and turned the tide in a war Pakistan thought it would win because of its superior weapons and tactics. But as the outcome of the 1965 war tells us, Pakistan not only failed to achieve any of its strategic objectives but had to suffer a massive setback, thanks to a combination of resolute political leadership, the brave Indian soldiers and determined citizens. This then is the account of the war that India has largely forgotten. In this meticulously researched and fast paced book, journalist and national security analyst Nitin A. Gokhale, has produced a formidable and comprehensive evaluation of the events and aftermath of the ferocious Indo-Pak war of 1965.
This book provides the latest information on the clinical work-up, diagnosis and management of uveitis. Beginning with an overview of diagnostic procedures for uveal infections, each of the following sections is dedicated to a different disorder covering both common conditions and more complex, less common infections. Topics include intraocular tuberculosis, ocular syphilis, Lyme disease, ocular toxoplasmosis, white dot syndromes, Behcet's disease, and much more. The book concludes with discussion on recent advances in diagnosis and management of uveitis, biologicals in its treatment, advances in intravitreal therapeutics, and choroidal melanoma."--Provided by publisher.
A new understanding of the culturally rich and historic relationship between Hollywood and Bollywood. With American cinema facing intense technological and financial challenges both at home and abroad, and with Indian media looking to globalize, there have been numerous high-profile institutional connections between Hollywood and Bombay cinema in the past few years. Many accounts have proclaimed India’s transformation in a relatively short period from a Hollywood outpost to a frontier of opportunity. Orienting Hollywood moves beyond the conventional popular wisdom that Hollywood and Bombay cinema have only recently become intertwined because of economic priorities, instead uncovering a longer history of exchange. Through archival research, interviews, industry sources, policy documents, and cultural criticism, Nitin Govil not only documents encounters between Hollywood and India but also shows how connections were imagined over a century of screen exchange. Employing a comparative framework, Govil details the history of influence, traces the nature of interoperability, and textures the contact between Hollywood and Bombay cinema by exploring both the reality and imagination of encounter.
“In this era of the fourth industrial revolution, a monumental disruption led by the fusion of physical, digital and biological domains is pushing organisations towards a new normal of inorganic growth. Nitin unfolds a refreshing and practical framework for steering corporate mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures going forward. The business challenges are lucidly explained, and the strategies to avoid failures are well articulated. A ‘must read’ for everyone in business and profession” - PR Ramesh, Former Chairman, Deloitte India “The GPS Paradigm is a robust, practical, dependable, and immensely energising master algorithm for achieving measurable and sustainable business success in a post-COVID world thriving on disruptive innovation” - Shailesh Haribhakti. Chartered Accountant “Like Richard Bach’s ‘Jonathan Livingston Seagull’, Nitin deeply believes in the dictum “Look with your understanding, find out what you already know, and you’ll see the way to fly” Dive deep into the treasures of this book and soar high!” - Emanuele Sacerdote, Founder, SOULSIDE “For the young turks of the business world, a deep study of the GPS Paradigm is an absolute must if they wish to further their unicorn aspirations in an environment of perpetual uncertainty.” - Vishwas Mahajan, Entrepreneur and Ex-Global Trustee TIE.org “A novel way of assessing possible acquisition targets. Out of box thinking tops the traditional metrics. Rare insights from an insider” - Daksesh Parikh, Executive Editor, Business India “Nitin Potdar's GPS Paradigm is a seminal contribution to the futurist and experimentalist literature in law and finance. It is a definitive solution framework for steering successful M&As and JVs in a world of perpetual disruption, whether triggered by constant technological breakthroughs or transient biological invasions like the Covid-19 pandemic”. - Robert B. Ahdieh , Dean, Texas A&M University School of Law
“Coolie” is a generic category for the “unskilled” manual labour. The offering of services for hire had various pre-colonial lineages. In the nineteenth century there was an attempt to recast the term in discursive constructions and material practices for “mobilized-immobilized” labour. Coolie labour was often proclaimed as a deliberate compromise straddling the regimes of the past (slave labour) and the future (free labour). It was portrayed as a stage in a promised transition. The tea plantations of Assam, like many other tropical plantations in South Asia, were inaugurated and formalized during this period. They were initially worked by the locals. In the late 1850s, the locals were replaced by labourers imported from outside the province who were unquestioningly designated “coolies” in the historical literature. Qualifying this framework of transition (local to coolie labour) and introduction (of coolie labour), this study makes a case for the “production” of coolie labour in the history of the colonial-capitalist plantations in Assam. The intention of the research is not to suggest an unfettered agency of colonial-capitalism in defining and “producing” coolies, with an emphasis on the attendant contingencies, negotiations, contestations and crises. The study intervenes in the narratives of an abrupt appearance of the archetypical coolie of the tea gardens (i.e., imported and indentured) and situates this archetype’s emergence, sustenance and shifts in the context of material and discursive processes.
“Law schooling” is a transformative journey of knowing, discovering, and actualizing. It immerses students in the depth of learning and challenges them to engage with their experiences. If they struggle to find meaning in their actions and choices within law school, they can turn to Nitin Potdar, who illuminates what it truly means to be law schooled. He offers insights into the meaning and purpose—both the logos and telos—of their experiences within the law school and the broader legal world. - Prof. (Dr. ) S. G. Sreejith, Prof & Executive Dean, Jindal Global Law school, O. P. Jindal Global University. A well-deserved accolade! The Companion Handbook for Law Students is an essential resource that fills a vital gap in legal education, bridging the gap between academia and practical legal practice. By focusing on practical skills, ethical dilemmas, and real-world insights, this handbook empowers aspiring lawyers with the knowledge and competencies they need to navigate the complexities of the legal profession. It serves as a vital guide for developing critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and ethical awareness—key attributes for achieving success in law. - Dr. Deevanshu Shrivastava, Associate Dean, School of Law, GD Goenka University, Gurugram.
This compact and engaging text provides unique insights into the issues of ‘dharma’ in the Indian epic the Mahābhārata. The word ‘dharma’ is untranslatable and usually mistaken to mean religion. However, as argued here, it is evident through the tales of the epic that the word ‘dharma’ is an umbrella term for all the deeds one does in one’s life. Each chapter of this book is expository, as well as explanatory, providing examples through the tales of the Mahābhārata. The book will be of great interest to research scholars, Indologists and commentators, through its use of tales, narratives, parables, and fables as evidence for understanding the issues of dharma embedded in the Mahābhārata.
This Motivational book will give you an opportunity to witness autographs of many inspirational women of recent times who have inspired the world through their actions and valuable contributions in various fields. Within these 101 autographs, you may get an inspiration for yourself to create a better future — and a better you. This book will also take you on an inspirational journey which will help you understand that how these amazing women’s have converted their signatures into an AUTOGRAPH!
Part of the new series Gems of Ophthalmology, this book provides the latest information in the diagnosis and management of glaucoma and its progressive optic neuropathy that leads to complete blindness. The book begins with an introduction to diagnostic investigations such as gonioscopy, optic disk assessment, perimetry and ultrasound. The following chapters provide in depth discussion on different types of glaucoma and detail on appropriate treatment modalities including medical, laser and surgical procedures. Emphasis is placed on the role of imaging in glaucoma management, and special investigations such as ultrasound biomicroscopy and optical coherence tomography, are also covered. This comprehensive text is further enhanced by clinical and surgical photographs. Other topics in the series include: Diseases of the Uvea, Cornea & Sclera, and Retina. Key points Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of glaucoma Part of the new Gems of Ophthalmology series Covers different types of glaucoma and emphasises role of imaging Other topics in the series include: Diseases of the Uvea, Cornea & Sclera, and Retina
Offering a well-balanced blend of theory and hands-on applications, this book presents a unified framework for the main dissipative phenomena in metallic materials: plasticity and damage. Based on representation theory for tensor functions and scale-bridging theorems, this framework enables the development of constitutive models that account for the influence of crystallographic structures and deformation mechanisms on the macroscopic behavior. It allows readers to develop a clear understanding of the range of applicability of any given model, as well as its capabilities and limitations, and provides procedures for parameter identification along with key concepts necessary to solve boundary value problems, making it useful to both researchers and engineering practitioners. Although the book focuses on new contributions to modeling anisotropic materials, the review of the foundations of plasticity and models for isotropic materials, completed with detailed mathematical proofs mean that it is self-consistent and accessible to graduate students in engineering mechanics and material sciences.
Operation Meghdoot was launched by the Indian Army on the barren and icy heights of the Siachen Glacier to thwart Pakistan from gaining control of this strategically located glacier. For three decades since then, Indian and Pakistani troops have been locked in an undeclared war on the world's highest – and coldest - battlefield.
The sixth edition of Textbook of Ophthalmology has been completely revised to include the latest developments in the field. Beginning with an introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the eye, the book discusses different ocular diseases and their treatment. This edition includes new chapters on Cryotherapy and Laser Therapy. Each chapter includes references for further research and 1000 questions and answers help with review and revision. Almost 900 images and illustrations, as well as a DVD enhance learning and understanding.
Create your own massively scalable Cassandra database with highly responsive database queries About This Book Create a Cassandra cluster and tweak its configuration to get the best performance based on your environment Analyze the key concepts and architecture of Cassandra, which are essential to create highly responsive Cassandra databases A fast-paced and step-by-step guide on handling huge amount of data and getting the best out of your database applications Who This Book Is For If you are a developer who is working with Cassandra and you want to deep dive into the core concepts and understand Cassandra's non-relational nature, then this book is for you. A basic understanding of Cassandra is expected. What You Will Learn Install and set up your Cassandra Cluster using various installation types Use Cassandra Query Language (CQL) to design Cassandra database and tables with various configuration options Design your Cassandra database to be evenly loaded with the lowest read/write latencies Employ the available Cassandra tools to monitor and maintain a Cassandra cluster Debug CQL queries to discover why they are performing relatively slowly Choose the best-suited compaction strategy for your database based on your usage pattern Tune Cassandra based on your deployment operation system environment In Detail Apache Cassandra Essentials takes you step-by-step from from the basics of installation to advanced installation options and database design techniques. It gives you all the information you need to effectively design a well distributed and high performance database. You'll get to know about the steps that are performed by a Cassandra node when you execute a read/write query, which is essential to properly maintain of a Cassandra cluster and to debug any issues. Next, you'll discover how to integrate a Cassandra driver in your applications and perform read/write operations. Finally, you'll learn about the various tools provided by Cassandra for serviceability aspects such as logging, metrics, backup, and recovery. Style and approach This step-by-step guide is packed with examples that explain the core concepts as well as advanced concepts, techniques, and usages of Apache Cassandra.
Part of the new series Gems of Ophthalmology, this book provides the latest information in the diagnosis and management of retinal diseases and disorders. Beginning with an overview of diagnostic imaging techniques – ophthalmoscopy, angiography, fundus autofluorescence, and choroidal imaging, the next chapters discuss retinal disorders related to diabetes. The following sections discuss numerous disorders such as proliferative vitreoretinopathy, macular degeneration, macular holes, polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy, and much more. The final sections cover surgical management of retinal problems including giant retinal tears, retinoblastoma, cysts, retinal detachment, and microincision vitreoretinal surgery. This comprehensive text is further enhanced by clinical and surgical photographs, diagrams and tables. Other topics in the series include: Cornea & Sclera, Diseases of the Uvea, Glaucoma, and Cataract Surgery. Key points Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of retinal diseases Part of the new Gems of Ophthalmology series Covers many common and more complex disorders and diseases Other topics in the series include: Cornea & Sclera, Diseases of the Uvea, Glaucoma, and Cataract Surgery
Visual Studio .NET All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies is a value-packed, easy-to-use reference that provides broad coverage of Visual Studio .NET tools, languages, and environment for experienced Visual Studio programmers and developers who want to get up to speed rapidly on this missioncritical Microsoft initiative.
Algorithms in Pediatrics uses an algorithm-based approach to various paediatric disorders. The book is divided into nineteen sections covering all paediatric specialties and sub-specialties, from neonatology, through to haematology and oncology. Later sections focus on other important topics in paediatrics including emergencies in office practice, intensive care, and a final section on paediatric surgery. Every section presents algorithms based on patient history, physical examination, and laboratory studies, using a step-by-step approach. Clinical evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and management are also included, with clinical pearls throughout and key points at the end of each section, making this an ideal resource for post-graduates and paediatricians. Key Points Comprehensive, step-by-step guide to a range of paediatric disorders Nineteen sections covering all paediatric specialities and sub-specialities Clinical pearls and key points summary in each section
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