Great Flap of 1942: How the Raj Panicked Over a Japanese NonInvasion
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Great Flap of 1942: How the Raj Panicked Over a Japanese NonInvasion

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In “The Great Flap of 1942,” Mukund Padmanabhan unveils a forgotten period of panic in India during WWII. Explore how the British Raj’s fear of a Japanese invasion led to mass exodus and widespread chaos between December 1941 and mid-1942. Discover the astonishing truth behind the Raj’s cynical role in fueling rumors and panic, ISBN: 9780670098477.

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  • ISBN-13: 9780670098477
  • Publisher: Penguin Random House India Pvt. Ltd
  • Publisher Imprint: Vintage Books
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • ISBN-10: 0670098477
  • Publisher Date: 25 Apr 2024
  • Binding: Hardback
  • No of Pages: 272

20 reviews for Great Flap of 1942: How the Raj Panicked Over a Japanese NonInvasion

  1. Ayush Singh –

    A fascinating look at a little-known event. Padmanabhan brings the era to life, though the details can be overwhelming.

  2. Varun Grover –

    This book was hard to put down! The writing style is very immersive. It is a must-read for those interested in the British Raj.

  3. Kapil Tyagi –

    Excellent scholarship! The book provides a gripping account of the panic. Highly recommended to all history lovers.

  4. Kartikeya Raghupatro –

    A compelling narrative that unveils the hidden fears and cynical manipulations of the Raj. A must-read for history enthusiasts!

  5. Shubham Biswas –

    I was captivated by the narrative. It is obvious that Padmanabhan put a lot of work into the book.

  6. Pankaj Dhalaria –

    Very Informative and interesting to read! It gives some deep insight on how the Raj operated. A must read for any history buff.

  7. Nipurn Mathur –

    Well-researched, but the writing style wasn’t always engaging. I learned a lot, but it was a bit of a slog at times.

  8. Md Shakeeb Asghar –

    The book explains a very specific thing in a very clear and concise manner. It is overall an excellent book.

  9. Shradha Chhatwal –

    Informative but dense. It took me a while to get through, but I’m glad I did. Sheds light on a dark period.

  10. Preethika E –

    Padmanabhan does an admirable job of revealing the lesser-known history of the Raj’s misdeeds. An important read.

  11. Shahbaz J Sheikh –

    A very detailed account. Though a bit overwhelming, the research is impeccable. Learned a lot of new information.

  12. Hemant Kumar –

    An eye-opening account! The author’s perspective is very refreshing. I enjoyed it. It gives a new angle on the Raj.

  13. Rakesh Kumar Sharma –

    It felt like a chore to finish reading the book. It felt like the author dragged on and on about nothing.

  14. Vaishnavi Jha –

    A great account of a forgotten panic! The book uncovers the Raj’s role, which is quite shocking. Highly recommended.

  15. Sheik Mohammed Bilal –

    Good for a specific subject matter. The book goes into great detail, but I found it somewhat monotone after a while.

  16. Divyanshi Singh –

    Padmanabhan’s work is commendable. The book has a few slow sections but overall quite insightful.

  17. Rahul Gitte –

    Interesting historical deep dive, but sometimes felt a bit dry. Still a worthwhile read for history buffs.

  18. Ashtha –

    While the topic is fascinating, I struggled with the book’s pacing. Good information, but could have been more concise.

  19. Anwesha Pal Chaudhuri –

    I was expecting more excitement. The book did not flow as well as I hoped but the information was presented accurately.

  20. Byreddi Sri Kavya Chandrika –

    Detailed and well-written. It provides an interesting new perspective on a very complicated time in history.

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