Current Affairs Books 2012
Current affairs | general awareness | general knowledge section is as important as any other section in almost all government job competitive examinations. To improve our overall awareness there are lots of options like internet, newspapers, magazines, etc. However, there are very few options for exam specific preparation. The most striking part of this section is that there cannot be any prescribed format to prepare oneself for it. Fortunately, there are some wonderful books which can help you to sail through these competitive examinations. I am listing the most trusted books on current affairs and general awareness below.
Manorama Yearbook 2012 (Free CD) – This best seller has a long history of success. It is India's best General knowledge update covering almost everything that a student needs in competitive examinations – Purchase Online
Suggested Books for CAT
Lot of QuickerMaths.com users are preparing for CAT and other MBA entrance examinations. In this post I am listing down most famous, useful and effective books for CAT.
You can also check out the list for best MAT preparation books
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Books for All Topics of CAT
Books mentioned below are meant for all topics of CAT including verbal ability (english), logical reasoning and data interpretation and quantitative ability (mathematics).
Interview with Sameer Kamat: Author of ‘Beyond The MBA Hype’
About the Author
Sameer Kamat is the founder of MBA Crystal Ball, an admissions consulting venture. After completing his MBA from the University of Cambridge on a double scholarship, he worked in the area of Mergers & Acquisitions for 5 years before leaving the corporate world to become an entrepreneur. He is also the author of Beyond The MBA Hype published by HarperCollins. This article draws upon the insights covered in the book.
Logical Reasoning Books
Reasoning, both mathematical and analytical, probes deep into your logical mind and your ability to comprehend and synthesize the given information. Evaluating various possibilities out of the given information is also essential to derive necessary conclusions.
Here I am trying to compile a list of some of the best books related to logical thinking, data interpretation, data sufficiency and analytical reasoning. What distinguishes these books from the rest is their easy-to-understand format and simple approach to complex problems. I feel that the following logical reasoning books will be really helpful for students who are preparing for Competitive Examinations like LSAT, CAT, GMAT, GRE or any other.
Feel free to suggest any book which you want to be included in this list. I am also putting a link for each book, so that you can order them online and get free home delivery and good discounts. Each book is an investment for lifetime.
List of Best Logical Reasoning Books
I think each book in this list is written in very lucid language and is superb source of knowledge. These books can surely change your conventional approach to reasoning problems.
Click on the “Buy Online” link to read summary and reviews of any book in this list –
1. How to Prepare For Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning for the Cat by Arun Sharma - Buy Online
2. Pearson Guide to Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation for The Cat by Nishit K Sinha – Buy Online
3. A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning by R. S. Aggarwal – Buy Online
4. Logical Reasoning: Test Preparation Study Guide, Questions & Answers by National Learning Corporation – Buy Online
5. Management Entrance Analytical & Logical Reasoning by BS Sijwali, Ajay Singh – Buy Online
6. LSAT Logical Reasoning Bible: A Comprehensive System for Attacking The Logical Reasoning Section Of The LSAT by David M. Killoran – Buy Online
List of Best Quicker Maths Books
Mathematicians love books
"Mathematicians love books," said Paul Halmos in his autobiography.
Is there a mathematician hidden inside you?
If yes, you would like to read many interesting books related to the subject. You might also like to suggest these books to others. This is done with the hope, that they'll also start loving mathematics as much as you do.
Where should you start?
There are lots of math books out there. So it's hard to choose.
Here I am making an effort to list down some of the best books related to quick calculations, mental mathematics or speed arithmetic. These books are amazingly interesting and helpful for our daily life calculations.
Feel free to suggest any book which you want to be included in this list. I am also putting Flipkart.com link for each book. I always order these books online to get free home delivery and to get good discounts on listed price. What more do one need?
List of Best Fast Calculation Books
I think each book in this list is written in very lucid language and is superb source of knowledge. These books can surely change the way you perceive mathematics, especially arithmetic. Click on the “Buy Online” link to read summary and reviews of any book in this list -
- Vedic Mathematics - By Bharati Krsna Tirthaji - Buy Online
- The Trachtenberg Speed System Of Basic Mathematics - By Jakow Trachtenberg - Buy Online
- Math Magic: The Human Calculator Shows How To Master Everyday Math Problems In Seconds - By Scott Flansburg - Buy Online
- Miracle Math: How To Develop A Calculator In Your Head - By Harry Lorayne - Buy Online
- Doing Simple Math in Your Head - By W. J. Howard - Buy Online
- How To Calculate Quickly: Full Course In Speed Arithmetic - By Henry Sticker - Buy Online
- Rapid Math Tricks And Tips: Thirty Days To Number Power - By Edward H. Julius - Buy Online
If you have read any book from the above list, share your feedback by posting a comment below.
Mathematics will no longer be a nightmare
Today I will confess to you something which you might get surprised at. During my early school days I was very scared of mathematics as a subject. I never imagined in my wildest dreams that I might be delivering seminars on quicker math techniques or will be teaching students of competitive examinations like CAT, GMAT, etc or will be writing a blog on fast calculation tricks.
Why Mathematics was so important?
Mathematics was the only subject where the possibility of scoring 100% marks was there and a few of my classmates used to score 100% almost every time. In examinations, there was always a need to maintain proper balance between speed and accuracy. When I tried to finish the paper in time, I used to end up making silly mistakes and when I tried to be very cautious, I lost out on speed.
New Book by Shakuntala Devi
Super Memory, It Can Be Yours - Shakuntala Devi's New Book
Internationally acclaimed mathematician Shakuntala Devi does not need any introduction. She has left the world dumb struck by demonstrating her unique expertise in super complex mental arithmetic. In 1977 she extracted the 23rd root of a 201-digit number mentally. She demonstrated many such similar mental stunts.
Shakuntala Devi is nick named Human Computer. Her deep passion for expanding the capacity of the human mind to its maximum has led her to write numerous books on developing superior mathematical skills. Her latest book ‘Super Memory, It Can Be Yours’ is yet another feather in her cap
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The internet age has brought about a tsunami of information and dealing with this in our fast paced lives is a horrendous task. Remembering so much with our limited capacity of mind is a challenge in itself and this book promises to bring an answer to this mind boggling problem. This book does this in 12 easy and effortless steps. I am very sure this book will help anyone and everyone who is willing to improve his memory - Purchase Online
Other Books by Shakuntala Devi
I am very sure this book - Super Memory, It Can Be Yours by Shakuntala Devi will be as good as her other masterpieces which all achieved stunning success. I am providing the names of her other books and linking them to their description on flipkart.com. I super liked each one of her books. I am sure you will also like them.
- Figuring: The Joy Of Numbers
- Book Of Numbers
- In The Wonderland Of Numbers
- Puzzles To Puzzle To You
- More Puzzles, Shakuntala Devi
- Awaken The Genius In Your Child
- Astrology For You
Many of you must have read some of the above listed books. Please share with all of us, your feedback or review on these books by posting a comment below.
Interview of Ravi Handa: Author of Biz World
Early this week I spent a fascinating hour with Ravi Handa - author, trainer, blogger, quiz master and above all an amazing person. I’d like to share that interview with you as an example of a person who is doing everything to help students struggling in competitive examinations. His latest endeavor is an amazing book named ‘Biz World’
About the book:
‘Biz World’ is everything you wanted to know about major Global and Indiancompanies like the history behind their names, the names of their founders and current heads, their taglines, etc. Students, appearing for competitive examinations that test Business Awareness, will find this collection of information extremely valuable.The book aims to satiate the hunger of a curious mind by providing a number of interesting questions and ‘fundas’ from varied sectors right from airlines and automobiles to magazine covers and scams.
About the author:
Ravi Handa has studied Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Kharagpur. After that he has been involved in guiding students to clear competitive examinations and conducting quizzes at various colleges like the IITs, BITS and XLRI.
Excerpts of the interview
Vineet: Hearty congratulations to you for your debut book ‘Biz World’! What is your feeling as a first time author? What or who is your inspiration behind writing?
Books to read before going to B-School
I have been asked these questions a lot of times. The wordings of the questions are different but the underlying query is the same.
I am sure you might also have similar questions as mentioned below in your mind –
- What books should I read before I go to MBA College? Or,
- Suggest me the best books before I go for my MBA? Or,
- Good books to read prior to MBA, or,
- Interesting books to read to develop reading habits before I go to B-School
Today I thought of writing this post with these questions in mind to help everyone reading FireUp’s blog. I believe you need to be a voracious reader to be successful as a manager. I am giving you a list of books which I feel is must read for every MBA aspirant. So here goes the list –
Books for Bank Exams
Bank exams, be it Bank PO (probationary officer) examination or Bank Clerical are not that difficult to crack as many people presume them to be. The main issue in this area is “vacancies : applicants” ratio. So instead of focusing on the toughness of the paper, one needs to concentrate on preparation. One has to surpass the scores of many others in order to stand a chance.
The first thing you need to know is the pattern of the exam. A written test for a bank exam consists of 2 parts, objective part and a descriptive part. The objective part consists of four sections namely, Verbal ability, Quantitative ability, Logical Reasoning and General Awareness/ Marketing aptitude. The exact pattern for a specific bank can be found in the ‘acquaint yourself booklet’ which you get when you apply for an exam
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