The Thar - A Living Desert

Contents: A foreword. Introduction. 1. \'Dharti\': The land. 2. \'Dhanis\': Habitations in a sea of sands. 3. \'Maroo Desh\': our good earth and the people. 4. \'Apah\': the waters of life. 5. \'Oonth\': the loveable camel. 6. \'Garhs of Havelis\': forts and mansions. 7. \'Nauch aur Mela\': dance and faires. Acknowledgements.

"The panoramic views and rare visuals showcased in \'The Thar - a Living Desert\' represent the most remote regions of the Indian subcontinent\'s largest desert tract-the real desert west of Jaisalmer, much beyond the dunes of Sam. Moving images of dhanis, khuis, sand dunes and pastures, inaccessible save on camel-back, illustrate the many facets of the desert -- vast expanses of sand surging like ocean waves; intricate patterns created by the wind over sand dunes; the myriad colours of the land; glimpses of wildlife; the architecture of ancient mud forts; the thirst for water; shepherds and nomads; the swirling dancers and much more of the \'real\' Thar." (jacket)