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Immerse yourself in the intriguing world of political ideology and history with Savarkar Echoes From A Forgotten Past/A Contested Legacy. This two-book paperback collection offers a unique exploration of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar’s complex life and his continued influence on contemporary politics.
The first book delves into Savarkar's remarkable journey, shedding light on his revolutionary activities and ideological contributions that shaped India's fight for independence. Its pages are filled with compelling narratives and critical analyses that help to demystify a figure often shrouded in controversy.
The second part of the collection provides a critical examination of Savarkar's legacy, exploring how his ideas resonate in today's sociopolitical landscape. This engaging narrative not only invites readers to reflect on historical perspectives but also encourages them to analyze the larger implications of Savarkar's thoughts in current times.
With its combination of historical insight and scholarly critique, this set provides an essential resource for anyone interested in Indian history, politics, and the intricacies of legacy. Dive deep into the echoes of the past that continue to shape discussions today.
Product Details
Author
Vikram Sampath
Publisher
Penguin Viking
Number of Pages
1336
Language
English
SKU
9780670096664
ISBN
9780670096664
Dimensions
15.6 x 11.94 x 24 cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 2,199
₹ 1,869
15% Off
Bangalore-Based Historian Dr Vikram Sampath Is The Author Of Eight Acclaimed Books, Including Splendours Of Royal Mysore: The Untold Story Of The Wodeyars, My Name Is Gauhar Jaan: Theife And Times Of A Musician And Voice Of The Veena: S. Balachander, A Biography. His Two-Volume Biography On Veer Savarkar Went On To Become National Best Seller And Was Acclaimed By Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In 2021, Dr Sampath Was Conferred The Honour Of Being Elected As A Fellow Of Uk’S Prestigious Royal Historical Society As One Of The Few Historians From India. He Was Awarded The Sahitya Akademi’S First Yuva Puraskar In Englishiterature And The Arsc International Award For Excellence In Historical Research In New York For His Book On Gauhar Jaan. The Book Has Also Been Adapted To Theatre As A Play Gauhar Byillette Dubey And Is Being Adapted As A Bollywood Film By Ashutosh Gowariker. Dr Sampath Was Among The Four Writers And Artists To Be Selected As A Writer-In-Residence At The Rashtrapati Bhawan In 2015. He Has Established The Archive Of Indianmusic, India’S First Digital Sound Archive For Vintage Recordings And Is The Founder-Director Of The Bangaloreiterature Festival, Indic Thoughts Festival And Arth-A Culture Fest. Vikram Sampath, A Bangalore-Based Historian, Is The Author Of Ten Acclaimed Books, Including: Splendours Of Royal Mysore: The Untold Story Of The Wodeyars. His Two-Volume Biography, Savarkar: Echoes From A Forgotten Past And Savarkar: A Contested Legacy, And His Latest Books, Bravehearts Of Bharat: Vignettes From Indian History And Waiting For Shiva: Unearthing The Truth Of Kashi'S Gyan Vapi, Have All Gone On To Become National Bestsellers. In 2021, Vikram Was Elected A Fellow Of The Prestigious Royal Historical Society. He Was Awarded The Sahitya Akademi'S First Yuva Puraskar In English Literature And The Arsc International Award For Excellence In Historical Research In New York For His Book My Name Is Gauhar Jaan: The Life And Times Of A Musician. Vikram Was Among Four Writers And Artists Selected As Writers-In-Residence At The Rashtrapati Bhavan In 2015. He Has A Doctorate In History And Music From The University Of Queensland, Australia, And Was A Senior Research Fellow At The Nehru Memorial Museum And Library, New Delhi. He Was Also A Fellow Of The Aspen Global Leadership Network, An Eisenhower Global Fellow And A Visiting Fellow At The Wissenschaftskolleg Zu Berlin. Currently, He Is An Adjunct Senior Fellow At Monash University, Australia. Vikram Is The Founder Of The Archive Of Indian Music (Aim) And The Foundation For Indian Historical And Cultural Research (Fihcr).