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Kites in a Hurricane
0₹395.00Dive into a poignant exploration of ambition and resilience with this compelling contemporary Indian novel. Rishi Kapal’s narrative artfully captures the intricate tapestry of modern Indian life, following characters as they chase their dreams amidst life’s inevitable storms. This engaging story offers relatable insights into personal growth, emotional depth, and the universal pursuit of aspirations. A must-read for enthusiasts of insightful Indian fiction and anyone seeking an evocative literary journey. Discover your next favourite read at The Bookish Owl.
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Kleptopia
0Original price was: ₹599.00.₹437.27Current price is: ₹437.27.Uncover the shocking truth behind global corruption with “Kleptopia” by Tom Burgis, available at The Bookish Owl. This gripping investigation, a Sunday Times bestseller, exposes the intricate network of dirty money empowering dictators and poisoning democracies worldwide. From the Kremlin to London, Burgis reveals the devastating human cost of unchecked greed and kleptocracy. Explore the dark underbelly of international finance and discover how corruption threatens the very foundations of our society. A must-read for anyone seeking to understand the forces shaping our world. Order your copy of “Kleptopia” today and delve into this real-life thriller.
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Knowledge and Global Inequality Since 1800: Interrogating the Present as History (Elements in Development Economics)
0₹2,006.00Unravel the intricate history of global inequality since 1800, seen through a critical Southern lens. This essential book in development economics reveals how command over high-value knowledge shaped divergent income trends and the challenges developing economies face. Interrogating global capitalist history, it highlights knowledge creation and exclusion as key drivers of disparity. Gain a new perspective on the middle-income trap and the forces influencing India’s economic development. A must-read for economists, students, and anyone interested in the historical roots of contemporary global economic challenges and India’s place within them.
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Knowledge Innovation Strategy
0₹499.00Gain a powerful competitive edge with essential knowledge innovation strategies for the dynamic Indian business landscape. This groundbreaking book unveils the “Knowledge Ocean Strategy,” a revolutionary approach that moves beyond competition to harness associative knowledge for sustained growth. Learn how leading Indian companies, including Tata Group and Serum Institutes, transformed challenges into unique market opportunities. It’s an indispensable guide for Indian professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders aiming to build an organization focused on knowledge advantage and strategic breakthrough.
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Knowledge, Networks and Policy: Regional Studies in Postwar Britain and Beyond
0₹18,290.00Unlock the evolution of regional development with this insightful exploration of regional studies and regional science. Delving into postwar Britain and beyond, this book meticulously traces the intellectual history of how regional concepts shaped public policy. Discover the crucial role of knowledge networks and learned societies in disseminating academic insights and fostering impact outside the university. Essential for researchers, students, and policymakers in geography, economics, and planning seeking to understand the dynamics of academic development and policy influence.
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Knowledge, Scale and Transactions in the Theory of the Firm
0₹4,330.00Master the intricate workings of the modern firm with this essential guide to economic theory. Delve into how knowledge, scale, and transactions fundamentally shape business competitiveness and organisational boundaries. Mario Morroni’s seminal work illuminates the critical roles of learning and uncertainty in driving firm performance, offering profound insights relevant to India’s evolving economic landscape. This book is indispensable for economics undergraduates, postgraduate researchers, and business strategists keen to understand the dynamics of firm organisation and competitive advantage in an increasingly complex world.
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Korea’s Retirement Predicament: The Ageing Tiger
0₹17,700.00Explore South Korea’s critical retirement predicament in “The Ageing Tiger”. This compelling analysis by Thomas R. Klassen unravels the complexities of early, contractual retirement and its significant impact on the workforce and economy. Discover the historical roots of this practice, the policy reforms undertaken, and the institutional hurdles faced. The book’s multidisciplinary and comparative approach illuminates the social, economic, and labour market implications of an aging population, making it invaluable for students, scholars, and policymakers focused on social policy, gerontology, and global demographic trends.
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Labor, Global Supply Chains, and the Garment Industry in South Asia: Bangladesh after Rana Plaza (Routledge Contemporary South Asia Series)
0₹17,110.00Uncover the critical issues plaguing South Asia’s garment industry post-Rana Plaza. This essential read delves into global supply chains, exploring innovative solutions for factory safety and ethical practices beyond mere monitoring. It offers a profound analysis of worker empowerment, community movements, and enforceable contracts to reshape the apparel sector. A vital resource for academics in development studies, economics, and South Asian studies, as well as professionals seeking to understand and improve labor rights in global manufacturing. Gain crucial insights into building a more responsible and sustainable garment industry.
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Labour & Christianity in the Mission: African Workers in Tanganyika and Zanzibar, 1864-1926 (Religion in Transforming Africa)
0₹8,850.00Uncover the profound history of African workers engaging with Christianity in missions across Tanganyika and Zanzibar (1864-1926). This pivotal study shifts focus from passive beneficiaries to active labourers, revealing the complex socio-economic realities of mission work, including building and domestic roles. Dr. Michelle Liebst meticulously details how missionaries both supported and challenged the livelihoods of African mission workers, reflecting wider political changes. An essential read for scholars and students of African history, religious studies, and labour dynamics, offering critical insights into the impact of missions.
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Labour in Global Value Chains in Asia (Development Trajectories in Global Value Chains)
0₹1,550.00Uncover the critical realities of labour within Asia’s dynamic global value chains. Esteemed Indian economist Dev Nathan delivers deep insights into worker experiences, wages, and conditions across diverse sectors and countries. This essential study examines how global production networks shape manufacturing and employment, particularly in India, exploring challenges and pathways to equitable economic development. A must-read for economists, policymakers, students, and professionals keen on understanding India’s integration into the global economy and the human face of its growth.
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Labour Revolt in Britain 1910-14
0₹2,358.82Uncover the dramatic roots of Britain’s tumultuous pre-WWI era with essential new insights into the 1910-14 labour revolt. This seminal study meticulously examines the rise of trade union militancy and mass working-class action, offering a fresh perspective on syndicalism and industrial unrest. Essential reading for students of international labour history, British political movements, and social change, this book provides crucial context for understanding the evolution of workers’ rights globally. Explore a defining period of industrial struggle and its lasting impact.
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Labour-Intensive Industrialization in Global History
0₹17,700.00Rethink industrialization’s past and future. This essential book reveals how labour absorption and quality, not just technology and capital, truly drove global economic history. Gareth Austin explores the vital labour-intensive, resource-saving path to industrialization – a model crucial for sustainable development in economies like India. It provides indispensable insights for economists, historians, and policymakers focused on India’s growth trajectory and environmental resilience.
