Ambuj Gupta (130 results)

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Pratidwandi (The Opponent): Book One: The Kalari (Author's Edition). Sinha, Souradeep; Chakrabarty, Arka (illustrator). Book.

Condition: New. Sinha, Souradeep; Chakrabarty, Arka (illustrator).

Soft cover. Condition: New. The year is 1852. A fire has engulfed the entire nation. India is under siege and her people are waking up to the realities of a foreign rule. Whispers of a rebellion are doing the rounds; a rebellion that could take the nation like a storm and uproot the East India Company from power, forever." Sai, a young scion of a legendary family of warriors, is peacefully meditating when the news of his father's death arrives, delivering a major setback to the tradition of Kalarippayattu. Forced to flee his native village and run for safety, Sai gets abducted by a band of dacoits. Just when he is about to lose all hope, he is miraculously saved by a mysterious young boy, who cites a great debt owed to his father. Sai escapes in time, but ends up with a bunch of unanswered questions in his mind. Why did a stranger in a forest, miles away from his home, help him? What was his father really up to? What will be the fate of the great tradition of Kalarippayattu? Pratidwandi is the first ever series on Indian Martial Arts. "Ambuj Gupta's Pratidwandi is deep, dark and disturbing but definitely worth a read. This gripping nationalistic saga takes one hurtling through the incredible resistance movement pioneered by the heroic Indian martial arts exponents against the inhuman British in Kerala. Gupta writes like H. Rider Haggard. I read it in one go. Strongly recommended. " - Almas Hussain, author of Daughters of Char Chinar "This historical fiction showcasing the beauty, bravery and richness of lesser written Indian martial art Kalaripayattu fighting their existential battle against the tyrannical British rule is a gripping tale. The easy flow of narrative style complements beautifully both the vividity and grandiosity of imagination, giving it a magnificently fictional texture." - Dr Shishir Srivastav, author of Rage Against the Dying of the Light.…

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Sinha, Souradeep; Chakrabarty, Arka (illustrator).

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Sinha, Souradeep; Chakrabarty, Arka (illustrator).

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Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 496 pages. 5.50x1.11x8.50 inches. In Stock.

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The year is 1852. A fire has engulfed the entire nation. India is under siege and her people are waking up to the realities of a foreign rule. Whispers of a rebellion are doing the rounds; a rebellion that could take the nation like a storm and uproot the East India Company from power, forever.' Sai, a young scion of a legendary family of warriors, is peacefully meditating when the news of his father's death arrives, delivering a major setback to the tradition of Kalarippayattu. Forced to flee his native village and run for safety, Sai gets abducted by a band of dacoits. Just when he is about to lose all hope, he is miraculously saved by a mysterious young boy, who cites a great debt owed to his father. Sai escapes in time, but ends up with a bunch of unanswered questions in his mind. Why did a stranger in a forest, miles away from his home, help him What was his father really up to What will be the fate of the great tradition of Kalarippayattu Pratidwandi is the first ever series on Indian Martial Arts. 'Ambuj Gupta's Pratidwandi is deep, dark and disturbing but definitely worth a read. This gripping nationalistic saga takes one hurtling through the incredible resistance movement pioneered by the heroic Indian martial arts exponents against the inhuman British in Kerala. Gupta writes like H. Rider Haggard. I read it in one go. Strongly recommended. '>'This historical fiction showcasing the beauty, bravery and richness of lesser written Indian martial art Kalaripayattu fighting their existential battle against the tyrannical British rule is a gripping tale. The easy flow of narrative style complements beautifully both the vividity and grandiosity of imagination, giving it a magnificently fictional texture.'- Dr Shishir Srivastav, author of Rage Against the Dying of the Light.…

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - With the fall of the Prassahar and no place left to call home, our heroes venture across the subcontinent on a sacred mission - to recruit the finest Indian martial art warriors to their cause. Sai begins training under the legendary Master Ezhufzi on a remote island. Balaram and the remnants of his kalari travel west in search of a mysterious band of Maratha riders. To the east, the trinity-led by Takran-set out to find the Prince who was promised.But the Colonel is moving in the shadows, forging an elite circle of assassins to destroy them before they can rise again. Old rivalries awaken. New alliances are tested. And war draws closer with each passing day.Filled with action, adventure, and the rich legacy of Indian martial arts, this gripping second installment expands the world of the series while raising the stakes for its heroes.What dangers await our heroes What battles must be fought before the final storm begins Discover the answers in this thrilling second installment of the first-ever series on Indian martial arts.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "The year was 1852. A fire had engulfed the entire nation. A fire, which not only burnt entire cities and villages, it was a fire, which destroyed the ethos of a culture as old as civilization itself. India was under siege. The national identity was threatened. Ancient knowledge was in ruins. The Indian was facing the wrath of an empire foreign."Set in a fictional universe, Pratidwandi (The Opponent) is the story of how a people's revolution shook a global empire. It revolves around a band of Indian martial art fighters, people from the various disciplines of Kalaripayattu, Silambam, Gatka, Mardani Khel, Thang Ta and Kushti, amongst others, who decide to fight against the oppressive rule of the British East India Company.PRATIDWANDI IS THE FIRST EVER SERIES ON INDIAN MARTIAL ARTSThe first edition received a 4.6+ star rating on Amazon India. Presenting to you the Author's Edition with a quick sneak peek into the sequel.A few critic's reviews of the first edition: "Ambuj Gupta's Pratidwandi is deep, dark and disturbing but definitely worth a read. This gripping nationalistic saga takes one hurtling through the incredible resistance movement pioneered by the heroic Indian martial arts exponents against the inhuman British in Kerala. Gupta writes like H. Rider Haggard. I read it in one go. Strongly recommended."- Almas Hussain, AuthorDaughters of Char Chinar"This historical fiction showcasing the beauty, bravery and richness of lesser written Indian martial art - Kalaripayattu - fighting their existential battle against the tyrannical British rule is a gripping tale. The easy flow of narrative style complements beautifully both the vividity and grandiosity of imagination, giving it a magnificently fictional texture."- Dr Shishir Srivastav, AuthorRage Against the Dying of the Light"I am a non-fiction reader and the reason I pick fiction to let my emotions and senses experience the ups and downs. Pratidwandi ticks all the boxes. Romance, heroes, villains, super girls, war, suspense, drama, thrill, emotions. Ambuj Gupta has packed loads of stuff in this beautiful meal. The characters are lively, the theme and stage are almost crying for a Bollywood calling. Ambuj finds an interesting connection between an ancient martial art form, its tutors & pupils, British regime and then sews them together to narrate a war story. A must-read for its characters. And, now eagerly waiting to experience the next story from Ambuj's imagination locker."- Nishith Goyal, AuthorBe Better Bit-By-BitGlobal reviews of the Author's Edition: ".The pacing is strong, with enough twists and revelations to keep the story moving while still allowing important moments to breathe. By the end, I was invested not only in Sai's fate but also in the larger struggle unfolding around him. For readers who enjoy historical fiction, martial arts, and stories of courage in the face of oppression, Pratidwandi is a compelling and memorable read. It introduced me to a fascinating aspect of Indian history and left me eager to continue the series." Pratidwandi (The Opponent) Book One: The Kalari is a work of fiction set in a historical setting. Structurally, the series is an epic told in the form of three tragedies inter-mingled with each other. Sixteen b/w scenes. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Sinha, Souradeep; Chakrabarty, Arka (illustrator). …