Princely Rajasthan, Rajput Places and Mansions  •  George Michell  •  Antonio Martinelli ART & ARCHITECTURE •  2004 •  HARD COVER  • 272 PAGES • COMING IN This handsomely illustrated book, with text by architect and historian George Mitchell, showcases royal palaces, palace hotels, museums and mansions throughout Rajasthan, nicely balancing interior and exterior views. Organized geographically, the book is an excellent overview of architecture and design. With introductory chapters on the history and significance of Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur and other cities throughout the 500-year-old principality. (IDA251, $65.00)
The Age of Kali, Indian Travels and Encounters  •  William Dalrymple TRAVEL NARRATIVE •  2000 •  PAPER  • 392 PAGES • COMING IN Humorous, insightful and well-informed, Dalrymple's essays portray a complex, difficult India. A journalist stationed in Delhi, he recounts his travels and interviews over the past decade, including memorable encounters with Tamil tigers, Benazir Bhutto and Imran Khan. Recommended reading for any traveler to the Subcontinent. (IDA152, $14.95)
Jaipur: The Last Destination  •  Samar Singh Jodha  •  Aman Nath ART & ARCHITECTURE •  2006 •  HARD COVER  • 224 PAGES • COMING IN A gorgeous tribute to Jaipur, its art, architecture and heritage, featuring stunning color photographs of citadels, palaces, theaters, art, textiles and mosaics, archival prints and drawings, and accompanying text. With in-depth information on culture and history, and a genealogy of the Rajahs. (IDA109, $95.00)
Field Guide to the Mammals of the Indian Subcontinent  •  K. K. Gurung  •  Raj Singh FIELD GUIDE •  1996 •  PAPER  • 140 PAGES • COMING IN Subtitled "Where to Watch Mammals in India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Pakistan," this compact guide to 106 species features color illustrations, tracks, range maps and information about habitats and conservation. With an overview of 23 parks and reserves, including location maps and species lists. (FG33, $41.00)