At a time when forces of religious nationalism continue to threaten the very soul of India,
@ShashiTharoor
, in
#TheBattleOfBelonging
, establishes what it truly means to be a patriotic & nationalistic Indian in the twenty-first century.
Out on stands today:
PM Modi has been widely criticised for his handling of the
#Covid19
pandemic in India.
#TheParadoxicalPrimeMinister
's brilliant and detailed analysis of Modi's leadership style gives the reader a deep understanding of his methods of governance and ability to handle crises.
'Rajinikanth: A Life' by Vaasanthi Sundaram is set to hit the bookstores on April 10, 2021, and we can't hold our excitement!
Are you looking forward to learning more about the legendary superstar?
#Rajinikanth
At the launch of Swallowing the Sun in Hyderabad, Sunaina Singh, Professor of English and former VC of Nalanda University, who was in conversation with Author Lakshmi Murdeshwar Puri, had this to say about it: “Absolutely riveting, compelling, unstoppable, unputdownable, it
A book that will be read and debated now and in the future,
@ShashiTharoor
's revelatory and original masterwork, Why I Am a Hindu, is now available for pre-order. Out later this month.
.
@ShashiTharoor
's latest book 'The Battle of Belonging' is trending on
#3
on Non-fiction Bestsellers on
@amazonIN
.
Have you got your copy of this brilliant book yet?
"I am a Hindu, and I am a nationalist, but I am not a Hindu nationalist."
—
@ShashiTharoor
in his new book
#WhyIAmAHindu
which extolls the virtues of
#Hinduism
and explains why it is one of the world’s greatest religions. Order your copy now:
We are delighted to announce the publication of 'The Paradoxical Prime Minister' by
@ShashiTharoor
.
In this explosive new book, Shashi Tharoor gives us an extraordinary portrait of Narendra Modi and his years in power. Pre-order now:
#TheParadoxicalPM
Swallowing the Sun is a stunning exploration of love, valour, and India's struggle for independence. Through the eyes of three generations of women, and especially those of its unforgettable heroine, Malati, the novel captures the exhilarating highs and terrible lows of the most
Love Jihad, Muslim appeasement, forced conversions—these conspiracy theories are now driving everyday conversations in India. Amplified by politicians, cacophonic media coverage, and relentless social media forwards and updates, they have come to be accepted as reality by a large
#RomilaThapar
at the entrance to a cave at the site of Maijishan, China.
[Photograph taken by Dominique Darbois & given to the author as a memento of the visit to China in 1957]
—From Romila Thapar's latest book, Gazing Eastwards: Of Buddhist Monks and Revolutionaries in China
The Indians is one of the most ambitious projects yet undertaken to map the origins, evolution, and present-day reality of India’s civilization and people. Edited by G. N. Devy, Tony Joseph, and Ravi Korisettar
#TheIndians
#ComingSoon
We are delighted to announce the publication of
@ShashiTharoor
's latest book—'The Battle of Belonging'.
In this fiercely argued book, Dr. Tharoor explores the idea of nationalism in today's fraying Indian society.
Set to release on 1st November 2020.
#TheBattleOfBelonging
This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who loves literary books and is looking to work with some of the country’s finest authors. Candidates must have worked for at least two years in the editorial department of a reputed publishing firm, have a degree in the humanities from
In this concise biography,
@ShashiTharoor
presents, Ambedkar’s story with great lucidity, insight, and admiration.
Have you picked up a copy of
#AmbedkarALife
yet?
'Ambedkar: A Life offers the readers a new and solicitous understanding of one of the greatest Indians who ever lived.'
@DumaniMail
reviews
@ShashiTharoor
's
#AmbedkarALife
. Read the full review here:
The finest fiction and non-fiction of one of India’s greatest living writers, including several pieces that have never been published before.
'Pride, Prejudice & Punditry' by
@ShashiTharoor
is available on
#preorder
now:
In his latest book,
@ShashiTharoor
investigates the divisive politics of Hindutva ideologues in current-day India.
Get your copy of
#TheBattleOfBelonging
today:
#Contest
#GiveawayAlert
Here's an opportunity to win signed copies of
@ShashiTharoor
and
@samirsaran
's latest book, The New World Disorder And the Indian Imperative.
Answer this Q:
What does the rise of strongmen across the world hold for the global order?
(T: 1/2)
Dr. Sangita Reddy, MD of Apollo Hospitals, at the recent launch of "Swallowing the Sun" in Hyderabad, described the book as "pathbreaking and masterful," noting “its charm and cadence which are rarely seen in recent times." She likened the book's composition to that of great
'His very first appearance on the screen was symbolic.'
Here's an excerpt from 'Rajinikanth: A Life', authored by journalist Vaasanthi which throws light on the superstar’s early days in showbiz and how he was rechristened
#Rajinikanth
.
@FilmCompanion
As the
@ZEEJLF
kicks off in the Pink City, an exciting mix of sessions is lined up for you. Get a chance to interact with our authors as they speak about their books and more.
Dr
@ShashiTharoor
is ready to answer your questions.
If you have one for him, drop it in the comment section below. The only T&C is you can’t be serious.
Drop your questions in the comment box below. Dr Tharoor will pick up the best questions to answer very soon.
Interviewer: One book you would recommend to
@narendramodi
.
Dr Tharoor: The Paradoxical Prime Minister of course! Although, admittedly, the chances of him actually reading my book do look rather slim.
Read
@ShashiTharoor
's full interview here:
"My destiny is written in these beautiful, soft palms of yours, do you know, Malati?' he said." Read about Malati and Guru's epic saga in Lakshmi Puri's
#SwallowingTheSun
.
@lakshmiunwomen
'The history of colonialism begins with the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Caribbean Sea
(1492) and the appearance of Vasco da Gama in the Indian Ocean (1498). The first event set in motion processes which led to the conquest of the American continent and the second
(1/2)
'‘Manto has finally found a translator worthy of him.'- Faisal Devji, Professor of Indian History
‘Rehman’s vibrant translation of South Asia’s ace storyteller of love and loss ensures that Manto remains relevant and also timeless.’—Shruti Kapila, author
(1/2)
'No wonder cricket has seized the national imagination of India as no other sport has. Our cricketers occupy a place in the pantheon rivalled only by gods and Bollywood stars.'
Read more about
@Shashitharoor
's observations on the game of cricket in
#PridePrejudiceAndPunditry
.
A very happy birthday to
@RealVikramSeth
, 'the best writer of his generation'!
Photograph by
@RaghuRai1
from his book 'People' published by Aleph Book Company.
Get the title here-
#TheAssamese
by Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty is a first-of-its-kind book about the social, cultural, and political history of the diverse people that constitute the Assamese community.
#ComingSoon
@sangbarooahpish
@ShashiTharoor
’s writing career spans fifty years and more. This book features new writing that has never been published before, alongside ageless masterpieces from all his published books.
A must-have for ardent Tharoorians.
"My own affection is for Ganesh himself, a god who—overweight, long-nosed, broken-tusked and big-eared—cheerfully reflects our own physical imperfections." -
@ShashiTharoor
,
#TheHinduWay
#GaneshVisarjan
We asked
@ShashiTharoor
when he realized that Hinduism, the religion he was born to, held the answers to modern chaotic existence, and this is what he had to say.
#TheHinduWay
“What books like this do is lay out a smorgasbord of treats that draw you into the world of a tremendous writer who has spent decades perfecting his craft.”
David Davidar in his introduction to
@ShashiTharoor
's ‘Pride, Prejudice, and Punditry’
#PreOrder
:
Don't forget to tune in for the virtual launch of Dr.
@ShashiTharoor
’s latest book
#TheBattleOfBelonging
, today at 7pm.
Join the event on Zoom with this link and passcode:
Passcode: PKF123
Did you know?
@ShashiTharoor
’s first short story made it into print when he was ten? He has published over five million words since—in books, newspapers, magazines, journals, and online media—on a variety of subjects.
The past few days have been overwhelming. I continue to support
@ghaywan
’s excellent work, now with Made in Heaven and earlier with Geeli Pucchi on Netflix. But this needs to be said.
'...I have approached the subject of this short biography with respect for the man, admiration for his accomplishments, knowledge of the history, and awareness of the context.'
Here are a few moments from the launch of
@ShashiTharoor
's
#WhyIAmAHindu
where he and Dr. Karan Singh were in conversation with
@sardesairajdeep
. It was an evening replete with invigorating thoughts and discussions.
Get your copy here:
‘Pride, Prejudice, and Punditry’ brings together the very best of his writings along with new pieces that have never been published before. Pre-order your copy today.
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad was independent India’s first education minister and an Islamic scholar, freedom fighter, freethinker, and journalist. In this definitive biography, historian
@irfhabib
takes the reader through some of the most decisive moments in Azad’s life.
#MaulanaAzad
"We all thought toleration was a virtue, but when you think about it, it's very patronizing."
@ShashiTharoor
speaks about Hinduism in the 21st century.
Get
#TheHinduWay
here:
Using ingenious examples,
@ShobhaTharoor
explains the fun world of verse while inviting children to use their creativity and write their own poems.
#ItsTimeToRhyme
#comingsoon
# Pre-order here: