Sparkling Punjab

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Sparkling Punjab by Vijay Singal and Atul Bhardwaj is a soulful journey through every nook and corner of the land called Punjab. Capturing diverse facets of Punjabi life social, religious and cultural ethos of the land, where emotions are still valued and values bear an emotional tinge, the book traverses through the mind, heart and palate of a common Punjabi.

This is a land pulsating with prosperity. Emerald green fields, robust rustic ways, warm and welcoming hospitality, valour and sacrifice have been brought to life through over 400 breathtaking pictures and vibrant narrative in this book. Pictures shot so brilliantly in the urban as well as rural surroundings not only depict appropriately the religious, historical and modern monuments but also describe graphically day to day life of a common man. Legendary tales of love, which flourished here, literature, music and dances of Punjab, the Punjabi entrepreneurship that has made a mark on the world, and much more will entrall the reader.

Take a walk with us through the lush greenery of Punjabs fields. Join us on a tractor ride with the farmers of the Punjab where the green revolution took root in India. Have buffalo buttermilk with us freshly offered by the proud farmers. Come dance with us you will not fail to smile, as we immerse you in the exuberant spirit that is Punjab.

Contents:
Foreword; 1. Punjab: an introduction; 2. Punjabiat: a vibrant culture; 3. A regal lifestyle: live life Kingsize; 4. The Golden Temple: a pilgrimage incomparable; 5. Religion: the foundation of life; 6. Forts and palaces: standing guard; 7. Military traditions: display of Bravery; 8. Rural sports: fun and strength galore; 9. Fairs and festivals: a celebration of life; 10. Marriage: Rabb Ne Milaiah Jodian;. 11. Punjabi Cuisine: adding spice to life; 12. Beyond borders: flourishing in foreign land.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Atul Bhardwaj

A Delhi based Journalist, Atul Bhardwaj is widely known and highly regarded in the journalistic fraternity. His affable personality endears everyone who comes in his contact. While remaining in the field of Journalism he developed interest in the art of Photography. Accordingly, he took formal training in the field and today photography has become his first love.His photographs express themselves through the language of a philosopher, words of a poet and melodious of a musician. His first illustrated book, Ganga: A Divinity in Flow (2008), was a masterpiece, capturing on his camera, the Queen Empress of the Earth, the Ganga. Sparkling Punjab, is sheer poetry in pictures.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Vijay Singal

Born in 1951 at Maler Kotla, Distt. Sangrur, Punjab (India) Vijay Singal is a mechanical engineer by training and a bureaucrat by choice. He joined Indian Revenue service in 1976. Over the past more than three decades, he has also been associated with different training and management programmes including the prestigious International Management Exchange Programme held in South Korea and the one conducted by National Defence College at New Delhi.Widely traveled in India and abroad, Vijay Singal is a keen observer of human behaviour. His earlier works namely Behind Psychology: Searching for the Roots, Psyche of the Common Man, Eternal Echoes and Divine Whispers have been highly acclaimed by the scholars throughout the world. His first coffee table book, Ganga: A Divinity in Flow (2008), is one-of-its kind on the theme. This, second illustrated book, captures the flavour and vibrancy of the state Vijay hails from.