A number of writers have spent time and energy exploring the history, geography, society and culture of the state and their work can be found in the section, 'Books'. These have been profiled for the benefit of those readers who want to explore the subject even further. These books, besides giving factual information also offer a glimpse into the life and customs prevalent within the state.

Some of the books profiled in this section are:

• Bangalore- A Century of Tales from City & Cantonment by
   Peter Colaco
• The City Beautiful by TP Issar
• Bangalore- The Story of a City by Maya Jayapal
• The Emerald Route by RK Narayan
• Karnataka by Mahesh Bhat & UR Ananthamurthy.