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This tale of an Indian servant develops into a complex and insightful story as he struggles against the limitations of culture to achieve success at any price.

Farahad Zama once again takes readers to the Indian city of Vizag in this charming story about the complicated nature of love, romance and family responsibilities.

Set in 13th century India, The Princess of Pushkar series offers readers a fascinating blend of Indian history and adventure sure to appeal to girls aged 10 - 14 years.

India is a fascinating place to travel, but female tourists may find themselves in unsafe situations. Knowledge and planning go a long way toward safety in India.

The "curing song" is just one of many traditional songs used in the healing ritual among the Lakota.

Set in the Vizag, India, Farahad Zama's first novel is a fun glimpse into the world of Indian wedding customs, matchmaking and arranged marriages.

Chokhi Dhani is a unique resort located in Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan. Experience a taste of rural Rajasthani life in all its colors at Chokhi Dhani.

To the uninitiated, the range of accomodation available on indian trains can be quite bewildering. With the right information, India's trains seem a lot less mystifying.

India is a land of colors and festivals. Here is an introduction to four main Indian or Hindu festivals that are celebrated each year with great joy and fervor.

Public events that celebrate important religious and social occasions are primary facets of tribal life for communities of the Plains region of the United States

Read about an unusual publisher that specializes in low-cost, high-quality books that you will want to add to your book collection.

Regardless if monsoon or rainy summer day, nothing like sipping a hot cup of chai. Learn how to make Indian masala tea and what spices and ingredients are needed.

During his time among the Mandan tribe, George Catlin became entranced by the songs and music of his hosts.

The medicine bundle is a significant symbol of healing and spirituality for the indigenous tribes of the Great Lakes and Plains.

Native Americans have used herbs and other plants for healing for centuries; their knowledge of healing remedies has been handed down from one generation to the next.

Navajo Indians use more species of wild plants in healing medicine more than any other Native American tribe; plant use is considered central to the Navajo way of life.

Carson City's Victorian landmarks , Nevada's premier history museum, a former Indian school and rail museum offer intriguing glimpses into Western U. S. early days.

Archaeologists digging in Oregon's famous Fort Rock caves uncovered a 9,000 sandal, one of the oldest artifacts in America.

The first residents settled Old Town San Diego when Father Junipero Serra started the first of 21 California missions. The town is now a popular travel destination.

Silver used aboard the U.S.S. Nevada, a recreated Indian village, a prehistoric fish, baskets, ball gowns and the replica of an underground mine portray state's history.

Origins of the Indian Caste System, academics since the 1970s are of the opinion that it is an artificial British construct to maintain the Indian divide and rule policy.

The United States acquired Alaska from Russia in 1867. In 1868 Maj. Gen. Henry W. Halleck asked Eadweard Muybridge to go there with him and take photos.

The modern powwow has brought many ideas and changes to many tribes all across the continent. One impressive evolution has been the hair roach, worn by male dancers.

Some powwow dance categories began as a ceremonial act, others, to wow the crowds. One evolved dance that is steeped in history and meaning is the grass dance.

India's monstrous railway network covers more than 60,000 km, and it's possible to traverse the whole country in two nights/three days.

The fastest growing nations are confronted with major issues through recession and national limitation which threaten their future development.