Bøger af Shashi Tharoor

"A wickedly funny satire, sparing no one, not even Mahatma Gandhi . . . Just thinking about it makes me want to go back and reread it."-Fareed Zakaria, New York Times Book ReviewIn this award-winning novel, Shashi Tharoor has masterfully recast the two-thousand-year-old epic, The Mahabharata, with fictionalized but highly recognizable events and characters from twentieth-century Indian politics. Blending history and myth, Tharoor directs his satire as much against Indian foibles as the bumbling of the British rulers to chronicle the struggle for Indian freedom and independence.The Great Indian Novel is a dazzling tapestry of prose and verse that is alternately outrageous and instructive, hilarious and moving,

Why I Am a Hindu offers a profound reexamination of Hinduism, and cautions against its politicisation.

Shashi Tharoor is the wizard of words. In Tharoorosaurus , he shares fifty-three examples from his vocabulary: unusual words from every letter of the alphabet. You don''t have to be a linguaphile to enjoy the fun facts and interesting anecdotes behind the words! Be ready to impress-and say goodbye to your hippopotomonstrosesquipedaliophobia!

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Inglorious Empire, penned by the brilliant Shashi Tharoor, is a riveting read that takes you on a journey through history. Published in 2017 by C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd, this book is a compelling exploration into the genre of historical non-fiction. Tharoor, an acclaimed author and historian, presents a scathing critique of the British Empire and its impact on India. The narrative is a deep dive into the less glorified aspects of the Empire, shedding light on the dark corners of colonial rule. This book is an essential read for history buffs and those interested in understanding the complexities of colonialism. Published by C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd, it stands as a testament to Tharoor's scholarly insight and captivating storytelling.

A Monsoon Feast comprises seven short stories by renowned writers from Kerala and Singapore that provide deep insights on the various concerns and ways of life of both communities. The collection, featuring a foreword by author and poet Professor Kirpal Singh, includes stories...