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Shashi Tharoor
Shashi Tharoor is currently a member of India's parliament. Prior to this he was for many years the assistant secretary general of the United Nations in New York.
India from Midnight to the Millennium & Beyond
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Frequently asked questions
How does this book relate to Shashi Tharoor's other works on India?
This book serves as a foundational text for understanding Tharoor's broader perspective on India, offering a comprehensive historical and political overview that informs his more focused critiques and analyses in subsequent books like 'An Era of Darkness' or 'Why I Am a Hindu.' It establishes the context for many of the arguments he develops in greater detail elsewhere.
Is this book considered a definitive historical account or a personal interpretation?
While drawing on extensive historical research, Tharoor's work is notable for blending factual analysis with his distinctive voice and perspective as a public intellectual and politician. It offers a highly informed, yet ultimately interpretive, narrative of India's post-independence journey, reflecting his insights into the nation's complexities.