Books like Seasons of Splendor by Madhur Jaffrey

Grandma and the Great Gourd: A Tale from India's Folklore

In this myth, the monkey king goes on an adventure to find a way to live forever.

Explores the roles and relationships of the heroes and gods of ancient India and retells ancient myths, describing how these stories helped people interpret their world.

*Madhur Jaffrey's Illustrated Indian Cookery* is a new and revised edition of her best-selling *Indian Cookery* which introduced half a million readers to the subtle delights of India's cuisine. The 130-plus delicious dishes it features include completely new recipes and range from classics like *Royal Lamb with Almond Sauce* and *Tandoori-style Chicken* to mouthwatering desserts like *Kulfi* (ice-cream with nuts) and *Carrot Halva*; from snacks like *Spicy Matchstick Potato Crisps* and *Samosas* to vegetable recipes like *Sweet and Sour Okra*. Alongside these longstanding favourites are the new additions, including *Shahjahani Lamb* steeped in a spicy yoghurt marinade then baked with dried figs, *Salmon Steamed with Mustard Seeds and Tomato* and *Drunken Orange Slices*. The book also contains a comprehensive list of the spices and other ingredients that are so essential to Indian cookery, information on equipment and techniques, and advice on combining dishes to create authentic Indian menus. A new and enlarged version of a cookery classic, *Madhur Jaffrey's Illustrated Indian Cookery* is a must for all lovers of Indian food.

Sixteen legends of the constellations, including Greek, Babylonian, Egyptian, Sumerian, Bible, American Indian, and more, all told in 16 tales of the heavenly zoo.