{"product_id":"9780143425427","title":"An Outsider In Politics","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a non-fiction memoir that blends intimate family history with a life in public service. It follows a writer and educator who served as a three-time Lok Sabha MP from Kolkata, including leadership as chair of the parliamentary standing committee on external affairs. The intended reader is anyone curious about Indian history, governance, and the human side of politics. The tone is thoughtful, restrained, and insightful.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe book is narrative-driven, weaving personal memories with the drama of election campaigns, the daily realities of parliamentary life, and moments that shaped India's foreign policy at the turn of the millennium. It offers a ringside view of national events while anchoring them in family and social history, resulting in a reading experience that is informative yet intimate.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders will encounter a portrait of Kolkata's intellectual circle over the decades and a clear sense of how individuals and communities influence political life. The writing is concise and elegant, making complex topics approachable and relatable through concrete anecdotes and reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal narratives that blend Partition-era memories, family history, and public service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsider perspectives on elections, parliamentary debates, and foreign policy decisions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear, restrained prose that unlocks complex political topics for curious readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cross-generational portrait of Kolkata's intellectual milieu and its national impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflective tone that invites readers to consider governance with empathy and nuance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter finishing, readers gain a nuanced understanding of India's political landscape, an appreciation for the people who shape policy, and a renewed curiosity about how history and governance intersect in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540453208281,"sku":"9780143425427","price":475.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/61SmfmhrkXL._SL1400.jpg?v=1776662751","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780143425427","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}