<h2>1 The Diamond-Encrusted Rat Trap: Writings From Bombay (Speaking Tiger)</h2>
<p>In this anth-ology &mdash; written by &nbsp;Adil Jussa-walla on Bombay|- Mumbai, between 1980 and 2002 &mdash; readers will come across intimate, informed, humane pieces of prose where the literary icon pays his city the ultimate compliment: concentrated and clear-eyed attention.</p>
<h2>2 Agatha Christie (Bloomsbury India)</h2>
<p><img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/Readers-2_e.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></p>
<p>Despite being positioned for young readers, this quirky illustrated read by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara will wow fans of the iconic detective writer across ages as a keep-sake that includes a biographical timeline with historical photos.</p>
<h2>3 Salim Ali for Children: The Bird Man of India (Hachette India)</h2>
<p><img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/Readers-3_e.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></p>
<p>Read about one of India&rsquo;s earlier natural conservationists, by his grand-niece Zai Whitaker, who brings to life the inspiring story of this brilliant, quirky man who left behind an incredible legacy.&nbsp;</p>

Here's why you should check out these new books this week

1 The Diamond-Encrusted Rat Trap: Writings From Bombay (Speaking Tiger)

2 Agatha Christie (Bloomsbury India)

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