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Snigdha Poonam
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Hardback
Number of Pages
344
Language
English
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Book Summary
Scamlands: Inside The Asian Empire Of Fraud That Preys On The World is a sweeping, investigative nonfiction work that peels back the layers of fraud across Asia. From the rural depths of Eastern India to vibrant cities along the South China Sea, Snigdha Poonam guides readers through networks that thrive where inequality and rapid technological change meet. This book is for curious adults and students of economics, sociology, and crime who want to understand how deception moves through societies—and the tone is thoughtful, educational, and provocative.
In Scamlands, Poonam blends field reporting, interviews, and historical context to show how scams take shape on the ground. The chapters trace how fraud operates in everyday life, who participates, who is harmed, and why trust erodes in the first place. The experience is immersive and accessible, with compelling storytelling, vivid profiles, and a pace that keeps you turning pages. For readers seeking concepts, the book naturally covers drivers like poverty, inequality, social networks, and the ways technology amplifies scams while reshaping power dynamics.
Scamlands isn’t just about crime; it’s a thoughtful analysis of how deception reshapes economies and communities. The narrative travels from rural Eastern India to bustling hubs along the South China Sea, illuminating why some people see fraud as an escape and how societies respond when trust falters. You’ll meet the people behind the schemes, the communities they touch, and the unintended consequences that ripple far beyond borders.
After finishing Scamlands, readers gain a nuanced view of how fraud reshapes economies and communities, along with empathy for those caught in its wake. The book leaves you with a sharper sense of trust, risk, and resilience—and a lasting invitation to rethink what it means to be informed in a connected world.
Product Details
Author
Snigdha Poonam
Publisher
Penguin Viking
Number of Pages
344
Language
English
SKU
BK0529995
ISBN
9780670095544
Dimensions
2 x 14 x 22 cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: ₹ 799
₹ 679
15% Off