This guide to Sanskrit metrics and figures of speech can be used as a workbook for learning how to chant verses. It includes fully-worked examples of the most popular types of verse. The book has six sections: 1. "Poetic elements in Sanskrit literature" explains the extensive use of verse in Indian texts. 2. "Introduction to Metrics" gives a clear overview of Sanskrit prosody. 3. "A Treasury of Common Meters" includes fully-worked examples of verses drawn from many sources. 4. "Figures of Speech" explains similes, metaphors, and other poetic uses of language. 5. "Figures of Sound" explains techniques that affect sound, such as rhyme and alliteration. 6. A metrical analysis of the Hathapradipika, the best-known work on Hatha Yoga, is included. An Introduction to the Hathapradipika by Anthony Biduck summarizes key spiritual and philosophical ideas of Hatha Yoga. Includes a Foreword by Consulting Editor Ram Karan Sharma, References, Bibliography, Glossary, Index, and Appendices.

The fractures of the peritrochanteric region of the femur are one of the most common injuries seen in current orthopaedic practice. Incidence of these fractures has increased significantly during recent decades and this tendency will probably continue in near future due to rising age of population. Closed methods of treatment have shown higher mortality rates & have largely been abandoned. Rigid internal fixation and early mobilization has been standard method of treatment. There has been a long standing debate regarding the operative procedure of choice in these fractures. By comparing the sliding screw system (Dynamic Hip Screw) against the mini-invasive intramedullary nailing device (Proximal Femoral Nail) this study aims to throw light on the management of trochanteric fractures.