In Spite of the Gods: The Rise of Modern India
by Edward Luce
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Author: Edward LuceEdition: Paperback
Published: 2008-03-11
ISBN: 1400079772
Number of pages: 416
Publisher: Anchor
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Book Review: Great primer on what makes India tick
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a terrific, highly readable book on the many facets of political, cultural and economic systems in India and how they effect the well being of its people and India's international relations. I knew very little about India and this book was the perfect way to start learning. I highly recommend it. It is extremely interesting and a needed primer considering the growth of India's economy and potential world influence. The comparisions with China are particularly good.
Summary of In Spite of the Gods: The Rise of Modern India
As the world's largest democracy and a rising international economic power, India has long been heralded for its great strides in technology and trade. Yet it is also plagued by poverty, illiteracy, unemployment, and a vast array of other social and economic issues.Here, noted journalist and former Financial Times South Asia bureau chief Edward Luce travels throughout India's many regions, cultures, and religious circles, investigating its fragile balance between tradition and modernity. From meetings with key political figures to fascinating encounters with religious pundits, economic gurus, and village laborers, In Spite of the Gods is a fascinating blend of analysis and reportage that comprehensively depicts the nuances of India's complex situation and its place in the world.
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