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Number of Pages
360
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Language
English
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This is a rigorous non-fiction history book that examines the arc of British rule in India and its lasting impact on a subcontinent. It centers on the exploitative mechanisms of empireโfrom economic drains and industrial restructuring to famines, violence, and social disruptionโarguing that colonial governance reshaped India in fundamental and enduring ways. Designed for curious readers and students of history, this work speaks to adults and lifelong learners who want a clear-eyed, evidence-based account. The tone is probing, analytical, and urgent, inviting readers to rethink familiar assumptions about empire and progress.
The content unfolds as a tightly argued narrative, grounded in archival research and a wide range of sources. It weaves macro trends with concrete episodes to illuminate how policy choices, resource drains, and industrial disruption affected millions. The reading experience is engaging because it balances rigorous analysis with a readable, often piercing voice that challenges complacent narratives and invites readers to weigh evidence for themselves.
For learners, it covers key concepts in economic history, governance, and social changeโexplaining how global forces intersected with local conditions, reshaping industry, agriculture, and everyday life. Learning feels accessible through structured chapters, clear timelines, and notes that help connect the dots between policy and people, making complex ideas easy to grasp and relate to.
After finishing, readers gain a nuanced understanding of colonial history, a sharpened ability to discuss empire and independence, and a lasting appreciation for the human costs and legacies of imperial rule. The book fosters critical thinking, curiosity about economic history, and a more informed perspective on contemporary global issues shaped by historical events.
Product Details
Author
Shashi Tharoor
Publisher
Rupa Publications
Number of Pages
360
Language
English
SKU
9789383064656
ISBN
9789383064656
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
21.59x13.97x2.54cm
Binding
Hardback
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