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Wajahat Habibullah
Indian Politics Insights
Historical Memoirs
Leadership And Governance
Societal Change Narratives
Administrative Service Experiences
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Binding
Paper Back
Number of Pages
348
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
My Years With Rajiv: Triumph And Tragedy Is A Revealing Memoir That Invites Readers Into The Life And Times Of Former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, Told From The Inside By Wajahat Habibullah, A Seasoned Civil Servant Who Stood At The Center Of Historic Events. Part Political History, Part Intimate Friendship Chronicle, It Speaks To Readers Who Are Curious About India's Late-20Th-Century Transformation, Governance, And Public Service. The Tone Is Thoughtful, Respectful, And Educational, With A Sense Of Warmth That Makes Complex Moments Approachable For General Readers And History Enthusiasts Alike.
Structured As A Memoir With A Clear, Chronological Thread, It Pairs Intimate Recollections With Thoughtful Context, Helping Readers Trace How Ideas Move From The Corridors Of Power To The Lives Of Ordinary People. The Experience Is Inviting: Conversational, Unhurried, And Sometimes Quietly Humorous, With Scenes That Illuminate Both Moments Of Triumph And Episodes Of Tragedy. The Book Uses Vivid Scenes From Habibullah's Own Career In The Indian Administrative Service And At The Prime Minister's Office To Illuminate Complex Policies And The People Who Shaped Them, Making Governance Feel Tangible Rather Than Distant. In My Years With Rajiv: Triumph And Tragedy, Habibullah Invites Readers To See The Human Side Of Politics Through Concrete Examples, Weaving Together Friendships, Collaborations, And The Ethical Complexities Of Public Service.
Readers Will Encounter Thoughtful Explorations Of Key Concepts In Governance—Leadership Decisions, Policy Implementation, Crisis Management, And The Social Impact Of Policy, Such As Grassroots Poverty Alleviation Efforts And The Shah Bano Case. The Writing Makes These Topics Accessible Through Concrete Examples, Timelines, And Character-Driven Scenes That Invite Readers To Think Critically Without Feeling Overwhelmed. In My Years With Rajiv: Triumph And Tragedy, The Insider Perspective And Candid Storytelling Illuminate The Intricacies Of Governance And The Human Stories Behind History.
After Finishing My Years With Rajiv: Triumph And Tragedy, Readers Gain A Clearer Understanding Of How Leadership Shapes A Nation And How Public Service Touches Everyday Life. The Memoir Invites Reflection On History With Empathy And Insight, Leaving Readers Inspired, Informed, And Better Prepared To Think Critically About Today's Political Landscape.
Product Details
Author
Wajahat Habibullah
Publisher
Westland
Number of Pages
348
Language
English
SKU
9789395767729
ISBN
9789395767729
Reading Age
All
Binding
Paper Back
MRP: ₹ 599
₹ 570
₹ 29 Off