THE PRACTICE OF HISTORY IN INDIA: Essays in Search of a New Past

15 reviews for THE PRACTICE OF HISTORY IN INDIA: Essays in Search of a New Past

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Ashi Garg – April 7, 2023

   A valuable resource for anyone interested in Indian history. It presents an alternate view to historical events, I enjoyed reading this book.

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   Rated 3 out of 5

   Shubham Kaushal – April 20, 2023

   While some essays captivated me, others were a bit dry. Still, a worthwhile exploration of Indian history, offering unique insights.

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   Rated 3 out of 5

   Abhijeet Kumar – June 15, 2023

   An insightful exploration but the writing style was quite academic. It required a lot of effort to follow, but worth it.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Sakshi Dilip Deole – June 16, 2023

   Essays offering new perspectives on Indian history. I liked it, although some sections were slow-paced. I would recommend to other readers.

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   Rated 3 out of 5

   Anurag Kumar – July 31, 2023

   Some essays were good, some not so much. It’s a mixed bag, but I appreciate the attempt to offer a fresh perspective on Indian history.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Nikhil Toppo – August 5, 2023

   An interesting collection of essays that really made me think about Indian history differently. Some were easier to digest than others.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Keshav Bedi – October 15, 2023

   A thought-provoking read! Some essays were a bit dense, but overall, it offered a refreshing take on Indian history. I found it insightful and engaging.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Sachin Yadav – March 1, 2024

   Challenging conventional narratives. It felt a bit academic, but the new perspectives were worth the effort. A good addition to my history collection.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Maryam Mushtaq – March 7, 2024

   The book provided a captivating deep dive into historical events that were previously not known to me. Worth a read.

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    Rated 5 out of 5

    Dhanush H B – July 28, 2024

    I’d recommend this book to serious history buffs. It is scholarly, but also reveals historical events, that I didn’t know existed.

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    Rated 5 out of 5

    Shalin Mariam Alex – August 6, 2024

    A great book to challenge preconceptions about India’s past. Some arguments were very strong. Enjoyed the book overall.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Princi Rai – August 14, 2024

    I was hoping for more accessible writing, but the insights were valuable. A bit dense, but overall, a worthwhile read. Broadened my understanding of India.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Riya Sapra – December 16, 2024

    It does challenge conventional stories about India, as described in the book description. Overall, a decent read.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Nishant Upadhyay – January 24, 2025

    Provides alternative historical perspectives. Some essays were more convincing than others. I had mixed feeling while reading this book.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Vishal – January 28, 2025

    I appreciated the fresh perspective, though some essays felt disconnected. It’s worth reading if you want a new understanding of Indian history.