New Delhi, Aug. 10 -- Journalist Samanth Subramanian's new collection brings together his published essays and reportage from around the world. From a deep dive into undersea cables to documenting the fight between hand-dryer and paper towel companies, the subjects in this volume are eclectic, even unexpected, but distinguished by the wit, detail and persistence of Subramaniam's signature style.

Published by Westland, 328 pages, Rs.799

Did you know India is home to over 450 mammal species? And do you have any idea how many of them are endangered? A new illustrated reference book, written by wildlife biologists A.J.T. Johnsingh and P.O. Nameer, brings together known and unknown facts about the diverse mammalian population that live in th...