#Season 5
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Unveil the untold football saga of Tulsidas Balaram - The Boy, The Hero, The Tormented Footballer! Join the
Dive into the creative mind of acclaimed filmmaker R Balki as he shares insights on his latest film,
Join us in unraveling the compelling narrative of "The Day I Became a Runner"! Swati Chopra, Associate Publisher
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Embark on a journey to awaken the Blue Tigers with "Awakening the Blue Tigers"! Co-authored by Neel Shah
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Welcome back to the hallowed literary arena of the Ekamra Sports Lit Fest, Discover the power of narrative to capture the spirit of sport with our Fifth Season. This season is about words that transport us to the heart of the action, capturing the sweat, tears, and triumphs that unfold on playing fields and stadiums around the world.
Words that introduce us to remarkable athletes, coaches, and teams, weaving narratives that transcend the realm of mere competition and touch upon themes of resilience, dedication, and the pursuit of excellence. We are also thrilled to announce the third round of Ekamra Sports Book Awards!
From captivating biographies to heart-wrenching memoirs, and insightful analyses to works of fiction that ignite our imaginations, the nominees represent the very best of sports writing. Join us in celebrating their achievements and discovering new voices
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Sohini Chattopadhyay's 'The Day I Became a Runner' celebrates the journeys of eight remarkable Indian women athletes from Ila Mitra to P.T. Usha, spotlighting their struggles and triumphs through the lens of patriarchy and gender bias. From historic achievements to challenges faced by sportswomen like Pinki Pramanik and Dutee Chand, this book offers an inspiring and thought-provoking narrative on running, gender, identity, and achievement in India.
The Day I Became a Runner: A Women's History of India through the Lens of Sport Sohini Chattopadhyay"Vijay Lokapally's 'Driven, The Virat Kohli Story' delves beyond the well-known narrative of Kohli's cricketing journey, uncovering intriguing on-field feats and off-field anecdotes. With unprecedented access to players, coaches, and Kohli himself, this book offers fresh insights into the mindset and persona of India's cricketing icon, revealing untold stories and lesser-known aspects of his life."
Driven: The Virat Kohli Story (Revised and Updated World Cup Edition) Vijay Lokapally"The Lords of Wankhede narrates the captivating journey of Indian cricket, spanning from the underdog victory at the 1983 World Cup to the grandeur of the 2011 triumph at Mumbai's Wankhede stadium. This passionate memoir, crafted by a veteran Test player and a journalist, unravels the dramatic evolution of the sport, exploring the transformation of players, the board, and the audience in this spellbinding tale of a national obsession."
The Lords of Wankhede: Tales Between Two TitlesA Century and More of Cricket, as the name suggests, is a thorough, almost encyclopaedic story of the game’s evolution from its earlier avatar to a super sport today. There is a comprehensive collation of statistics and analysis of the different aspects and technical points of the game, and it is all brought together with the varied and interesting characters – players and teams, that have entertained audiences over the course of a century. An erudite and scholarly yet engaging work of ‘cricket tales.
Mid-Wicket Tales: A Century and More of Cricket"Former cricketer and commentator Venkat Sundaram presents 'Indian Cricket: Then and Now,' a revised edition offering fifty diverse essays celebrating the evolution of cricket in India. From the sport's history in the 1930s to the rise of the IPL and women's cricket, this book honors the genius of Indian players and the sport's monumental success, hailed as a religion in the country. Enhanced by a compelling foreword from current Indian men's team coach Rahul Dravid.
Indian Cricket: Then and Now Venkat Sundaram xThe Indian Challenge as the name suggests, Ashis Ray has chronicled the Indian team at the various World Cup tournaments, match by match. As a broadcaster Ray has had a ring side view of the game and the Indian contribution and participation in the biggest cricketing tournament of the world. This is almost a report card of Indian cricket over the years and makes for interesting reading, given Ray’s experience and knowledge of the game that he writes about so perceptively.
Cricket World Cup: The Indian Challenge (Updated Edition 2023) Ashis RayThe Great Indian Cricket Circus as the name suggests this book is a fun take on the entertaining jamboree that Indian cricket has become today. Full of entertainment and fun facts and eclectic details this is a book for information with pizzazz.
The Great Indian Cricket Circus: Amazing Facts, Stats and Everything in Between"Sudipta Biswas sheds light on the remarkable yet often overlooked career of Indian footballer Tulsidas Balaram in a poignant biography. As part of the revered 'Golden Trio' alongside P.K. Banerjee and Chuni Goswami, Balaram's tale of courage and resilience echoes through his representation at the Asian Games and Olympics, tragically cut short by illness at 27. A tribute to an unsung hero whose story deserves recognition."
Tulsidas Balaram: the boy, the hero, the tormented footballerPitchside is Amrit Mathur’s funny and informative look into the Indian cricket team dressing room from the unique point of view of an administrator and manager who was privy to many interesting and formative games and players. The book is written in an easy to read and highly engaging style. Anyone looking for a behind the scenes of our ‘national’ sport must read this book.
Pitchside Amrit MathurAnshuman Gaekwad's 'Guts Amidst Bloodbath,' narrated to Aditya Bhushan and edited by Sachin Bajaj, offers a gripping portrayal of Indian cricket's challenges against formidable opponents in adverse conditions. Gaekwad, a player, coach, and administrator spanning five decades, shares heartfelt insights into the sport's evolution, embodying the spirit of India's cricketing legacy. This diverse range of perspectives enriches the tapestry of Indian cricket history.
Guts Amidst Bloodbath: The Anshuman Gaekwad Narrative Aditya BhushanThe Miracle Makers recounts India's remarkable victory against a full-strength Australian team in a gripping 2-1 series win, led by Ajinkya Rahane in the absence of Virat Kohli. Amidst challenges and battling through adversity, players like R. Ashwin, Cheteshwar Pujara, and Hanuma Vihari showcased sheer brilliance and resilience. This book serves as a crucial chronicle, shedding light on the unsung heroes who may not have received their rightful recognition from the cricket establishment.
The Miracle Makers: Indian Cricket's Greatest Epic | Story Behind Indian Cricket's Historic Breach of the Gabba FortressAnindya Dutta's 'Advantage India' traces the journey of Indian tennis from colonial times to the era of legends like Amritraj, Paes, Bhupathi, Mirza, and Bopanna. This insightful book showcases the rise of Indian players in both singles and doubles, offering details of matches and highlighting their success at the highest levels, including the coveted number one ranking.
ADVANTAGE INDIA: THE STORY OF INDIAN TENNIS (Updated Edition) Anindya DuttaCoaching Beyond by R. Sridhar, the Indian cricket team’s fielding coach, is rich with details of the current Indian men’s cricket team. It is full of stories of behind-the-scenes interactions between the players and the coaching staff. As India has climbed the pinnacle of the game, all such memoirs of the team and staff help us piece together the true story of how history is being created.
COACHING BEYOND: My Days with the Indian Cricket Team R. SridharGrit: The Vishwas Story about para swimmer and trailblazer Vishwas KS is an awe-inspiring story of what determination, grit and love can achieve when life brings unfathomable challenges. Losing his hands in an accident at a young age, Vishwas has been a champion allrounder - winning gold and silver in para swimming, giving motivational speeches and training in martial arts and dance. It is a story of courage and overcoming disadvantages and is a beautiful, illustrated biography.
GRIT: The Vishwas Story Vishwas KSAwakening the Blue Tigers is a call to arms to wake up the footballing ecosystem in India. A game that has no dearth of fans or passion or even talent has been unable to achieve it true potential. This book looks for answers and earnestly attempts to provide a systematic blueprint on how India can achieve its dream of reaching the FIFA World Cup. There are anecdotes and interviews with stake holders, and it is an important read for anyone looking to unlock India’s potential – a game whose time has surely come.
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Delve into 'The Neeraj Chopra Story: The Man Who Made History' by Norris Pritam, an intimate portrayal of India's beloved athlete. From his remarkable beginnings to becoming an Olympic and World Champion in javelin, this book unveils Neeraj Chopra's journey and the relentless dedication behind his success. A must-read for sports enthusiasts, offering insight into the sacrifices and triumphs of an elite athlete's life.
The Neeraj Chopra Story Norris Pritam