Uncover the dynamic negotiation of “Indianness” within the Anglophone world. This compelling cultural history charts how Orientalism and colonial discourses shaped Western perceptions of India, tracing its journey from early Indology to its modern literary and intellectual impact. Delve into how South Asian thinkers reframed discussions on Indian identity, sovereignty, and the West. Essential for students and scholars of cultural studies, post-colonialism, and Indian intellectual history, this book illuminates the enduring dialogue between East and West, crucial for understanding India’s global cultural footprint.