Books published by Prabhat Prakashan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi went through different stages of life, but his thoughts and actions have always been consistent. The strong flow of feelings towards society and social harmony has been flowing continuously in his heart. He has a unique vision and approach towards society. His radical thought extends to his social dealings too and his focus is always on the happiness of the common man.Narendra Bhai has always worked untiringly for equality, love and harmony. His persona signifies consistency in thoughts, beliefs and lifestyle. He is intensely focused on finding measures to eradicate sorrows from the lives of the deprived and persecuted.The concept of a welfare state which gives the highest priority to the wellbeing and happiness of its people has long been advocated by our Indian culture. The true measure of the progress of any state is the extent of progress achieved by the underprivileged. True development is that which brings the fruits of happiness even to the last person in the remotest backward area.This book is a compilation of the articles written by Shri Narendra Modi which shows his love for the underprivileged, his endeavour to share in their joys and sorrows, the excellence of his thought processes and his sensitivity towards the society.

The Dharmic traditions - Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism - share much in common, notwithstanding a number of variations among them. In all these traditions the scriptures, writings, and practices hold compassion as an integral part and a supreme virtue. This collection of essays by leading scholars from different disciplines aptly captures the essence of the religious and spiritual aspects of these traditions as they relate to compassion. Most of the authors are practitioner-scholars and are experts in their own disciplines, including sciences, humanities, social sciences, law, and religion.The experts met in September 2014 at Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado, for two days of lively deliberations under the auspices of the Uberoi Foundation for Religious Studies, which was established to spread awareness and promote understanding of the Dharmic traditions throughout North America.After addressing the 'central and fundamental' knowledge of these traditions and the common features and interactions among them, the essays here discuss compassion from various perspectives, such as relationship with the natural world and the environment, selfless service, and the treatment of animals. A final set of essays sheds light on the significance of compassion in each of these Dharmic traditions.As a comparative study, this is a unique collection from which a clear picture emerges of the central theme of moral and compassionate conduct in the Dharmic traditions.

Sometimes, when you innovate, you make mistakes. It is best to admit them quickly, and get on with improving your other innovations."These words are of Steve Paul Jobs, who revolutionized the world through computer technology. One of the co-founders of Apple, he took the industry towards new heights and changed the computing industry.Right from the beginning he had a passion for electronics and was mostly engrossed in making small gadgets in the garage. With his friend Wozniak he launched Apple and made computers a common word in the world. It is due to his untiring efforts that the world has come closer and people are connected with each other.This book is the story of an extraordinary genius Steve Jobs whose innovative acumen has made the computers and other electronic gadgets available to common man.

Major Dhyanchand's name is synonymous with Indian hockey. The great hockey player was born on 29th August, 1905 in Allahabad. His father was serving in the British Indian Army and played hockey. The life of Dhyanchand was full of achievements. He not only played hockey but excelled in it and won many medals for himself and India. His fame grew in the World of Hockey to the extent that once Adolf Hitler offered him citizenship of Germany and post of Colonel in his army. Even today, Dhyanchand remains a legendary figure in the Indian and world hockey. The country celebrates his birthday as National Sports Day to honour his services to the nation. The life and times of the legendary Hockey player of India, who endorsed Hockey as India's National Game.

The collection contains few poems which I have selected from a bigger volume of my collections of many years. I have reflected on them time and again. I derived a great inspiration, strength and solace. I am getting them published with a thought that may be my readers get the drive and enthusiasm to fight for life.In my own life also, I have passed through different stages and the Almighty has been kind enough to support me in all my endeavours to make the life win.