Tag: Book Review

Bookstrapping: Happy Sexy Millionaire by Steven Bartlett

Steven Bartlett is a successful entrepreneur and the host of UK's No.1 podcast 'The Diary of a CEO’. The reason he writes this book is that as an 18 year old insecure dropout, he wrote in his diary that by the age of 25 he would like to be a 'happy sexy millionaire.' When he got there he realised that the world had lied to him. (Image Source: Amazon)

In his book, Happy Sexy Millionaire, Steven Bartlett writes about things he has been discovering after finding fame and money at an early age. Here’s what it is all about.

Bookstrapping: Madam President – The Biography of Droupadi Murmu by Sandeep Sahu

The author Sandeep Sahu asks the question whether Droupadi Murmu's candidature was meant to puncture the narrative that tribals have a distinct religion of their own by suggesting that they're actually Hindus. (Image source: Amazon)

In Madam President by Sandeep Sahu, the author touches upon the nomination of Droupadi Murmu as a presidential candidate, her attributes, practical workings of the presidential elections and more.

Bookstrapping: Through the broken glass by TN Seshan

TN Seshan is India’s own Ramon Magsaysay Award winner whose phone has not stopped ringing! And he picks it up himself!

The book discusses pertinent concerns about the conduct of political parties; do they function in accordance with their own party’s constitution? (the one they submit to the election commission at the time of registration. BookStrapping rating:3.5

Bookstrapping: Supermindful by Eliza Lay Ryan

A quote by Meryl Streep features in the book Supermindful. It reads, "I'm curious about people. That's the essence of my acting." Our reviewer thought that was impressive and insightful. (Image source: Amazon)

Supermindful by Eliza Lay Ryan is a book that attempts to teach readers to be not only creative but also has insights to be a better person. Bookstrapping rating: 3.5 Stars.

Bookstrapping: The Extra Mile by Kevin Sinfield

The most important thing to note is that ‘The Extra Mile’ is not a book about rugby. It's a book about humanity, compassion and what you will do for someone who’s not as lucky as you are. (Image source: Amazon)

The Extra Mile by Kevin Sinfield is not an ordinary sports memoir. The book is about the Rugby icon, his outlook towards humanity, compassion, and true friendship. Rating: 3.5 Stars.

Bookstrapping: Uncertainty – how to change your biggest fear into your greatest power by Arie Kruglanski

The author makes a case that securely attached adults are more comfortable with certainty. Hence, they explore more freely and are more adventurous. On the other hand, adults with insecure relationships tend to find solace on stereotypes and prejudices. (Representative Image: Amazon)

In the book Kruglanski writes about hope during uncertain times and empathy as a powerful ingredient of human connection. He also draws an unmissable connection between alcohol consumption and impulsive actions. Rating: 3.5

Bookstrapping: VAJPAYEE: The ascent of the Hindu right (1924-1977)

The book profiles Vajpayee’s early allegiance and later differences with Deendayal Upadhyaya, credited as the founder of the Jan Sangh, to the ultimate puzzle of the latter’s murder, in which Vajpayee himself was considered a suspect

The book talks about Atal’s love for Rajkumari Kaul, which blossomed in Gwalior and continued to old Delhi. Bookstrapping Rating: 3.5 stars

Bookstrapping: MegaNets by David B Aurebach

A Meganet is persistent because its value comes from never being off-line and never being reset. There is no way to restart or pause a meganet without destroying it. (Image source: Amazon)

The book details in depth about meganets, the place where its value is derived, how it has made self-determination a myth and more. Rating: 3.5 stars

Bookstrapping: The Hidden Hindu trilogy

One cannot miss the tendency for descriptive writing; the scenes are set vividly.The description of Paatal Lok as more beautiful than Swarga Lok in book three, is a case in point. (Image source: Amazon)

The reviewer gives a holistic view of each book and the beautiful description of Paatal Lok which is more mesmerising than Swarga Lok. Rating: 3 stars