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Against All Odds
0Original price was: ₹199.00.₹145.27Current price is: ₹145.27.Discover ‘Against All Odds,’ a captivating children’s book from The Bookish Owl perfect for readers aged 8-12. Follow Kartik, a young football enthusiast whose dreams are challenged when he’s unable to play due to being one-armed and facing prejudice in a new town. This inspiring story explores themes of friendship, resilience, and overcoming adversity. Will Kartik prove the doubters wrong and get back on the field? This engaging novel is a must-read for young sports fans and anyone who loves a tale of courage and determination. Find ‘Against All Odds’ and other exciting books at The Bookish Owl today!
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Against All Odds
23Original price was: ₹1,099.00.₹879.00Current price is: ₹879.00.Against All Odds by Conn Iggulden (9780593183748): An instant New York Times bestseller, this book is a must-read. Dive into a world of resilience and courage as characters face insurmountable obstacles. Experience an unforgettable journey that will leave you breathless.
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Against Automation Mythologies: Business Science Fiction and the Ruse of the Robots
0Original price was: ₹2,146.22.₹2,146.22Current price is: ₹2,146.22.Challenge the accepted narratives of automation and the ‘robot revolution’ with this insightful cultural critique. J. Jesse Ramirez dissects business science fiction, revealing how tales of automation become unquestioned facts about the future of work. This book offers a critical lens on the societal impact of technology and AI, prompting deeper reflection. It’s essential reading for Indian professionals, business leaders, and tech enthusiasts eager to understand the hidden forces shaping innovation. Gain vital insights into the discourse surrounding automation and its real-world implications.
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Against Colonization and Rural Dispossession: Local Resistance in South & East Asia, the Pacific & Africa
0Original price was: ₹1,951.02.₹1,951.02Current price is: ₹1,951.02.Uncover the untold stories of local resistance against rural dispossession and ongoing colonization, with critical insights from South Asia. This work illuminates how communities in India and beyond are fighting global capitalism’s land appropriation and exploitation. Featuring engaged scholars and activists, it links developmental projects to colonial legacies, offering crucial Marxist and anti-colonial analyses. Essential for students of critical development studies, agrarian issues, and political sociology, it provides vital knowledge on resisting dispossession and preserving ways of life.
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Against Depression
11Original price was: ₹950.00.₹760.00Current price is: ₹760.00.“Against Depression” by Peter D. Kramer, M.D., offers a groundbreaking exploration of depression as a disease. Challenging romanticized notions of melancholy, Kramer presents cutting-edge research revealing depression’s devastating impact and pathways to resilience. This thought-provoking book provides new hope and understanding for those struggling with mood disorders. ISBN: 9780143036968
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Against Fascism
0Original price was: ₹799.00.₹719.10Current price is: ₹719.10.Explore M.N. Roy’s prescient analysis of fascism in ‘Against Fascism,’ a vital read from The Bookish Owl. Roy, a revolutionary thinker with intimate knowledge of the phenomenon, offers a deeper understanding of fascism beyond Marxist interpretations. He diagnoses it as a cultural and spiritual crisis rooted in anti-Enlightenment thought, a perspective remarkably relevant today. Discover how Roy foresaw the rise of religious revivalism fostering fascist tendencies in India. This book dissects the current global surge of ultra-nationalism, its hostility towards democratic ideals like human rights and intellectual freedom, and its dangerous admiration for authoritarianism. ‘Against Fascism’ provides crucial insights to comprehend contemporary political threats and safeguard the achievements of the Renaissance.
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Against Fascism and War
25Original price was: ₹361.25.₹361.25Current price is: ₹361.25.“Against Fascism and War” by Pramod Kumar (ISBN: 9789350027134) offers a powerful analysis of the rise of fascism and its devastating consequences. Explore the historical context, dissect the ideologies that fuel these movements, and discover strategies for building a world free from oppression and conflict. A must-read for those concerned about the resurgence of extremist ideologies.
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Against International Relations Norms: Postcolonial Perspectives (Worlding Beyond the West)
0₹13,809.80Challenge Western-centric International Relations norms with this vital postcolonial perspective. Charlotte Epstein’s work uniquely bridges constructivist and postcolonial IR scholarship, offering a critical lens to re-evaluate global ordering processes. Discover essential insights into decolonizing political science and understanding worlding beyond the West. This book is a must-read for postgraduate students, academics, and researchers in International Relations and Political Science in India eager to engage with cutting-edge global theory.
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Against Knowledge Closure
0Original price was: ₹8,784.00.₹8,784.00Current price is: ₹8,784.00.Unravel the core of knowledge closure, a pivotal principle in contemporary epistemology. Marc Alspector-Kelly presents the first book-length, sustained argument against this foundational concept. Discover an intuitively compelling critique of closure failure, applicable across diverse epistemological views, from skepticism to justification. This vital work delves into warrant, fallibilism, and more, offering fresh insights. It’s essential for epistemology scholars, philosophy students, and researchers across India seeking a deeper grasp of knowledge and belief.
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Against NGOs: A Critical Perspective on Civil Society, Management and Development
0Original price was: ₹1,350.00.₹1,282.50Current price is: ₹1,282.50.Explore a radical critique of civil society’s role in development with ‘Against NGOs: A Critical Perspective on Civil Society, Management and Development’. This insightful book, by Cambridge University Press, challenges conventional wisdom by examining development practices and scholarship from an ‘anti-NGO’ viewpoint. Delve into an interpretative history, grounded in Gramscian thought, that reveals how civil society organizations became integral, non-state technocratic actors in global development. Discover how management and development studies evolved to address capitalist crises, offering solutions that positioned civil society as a key agent. ‘Against NGOs’ uniquely bridges the gap in literature by exploring the historical links and shared themes between these disciplines, posing crucial questions about knowledge, politics, and effective responses to contemporary crises. An essential read for scholars and practitioners in development studies and management.
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Against Purity: Rethinking Identity with Indian and Western Feminisms (Gender, Racism, Ethnicity)
0Original price was: ₹2,146.22.₹2,146.22Current price is: ₹2,146.22.Explore a critical re-evaluation of feminist identity with this groundbreaking comparison of Indian and Western feminist thought. Unpack complex theories on gender, power, and difference, gaining fresh perspectives on how identity is shaped within the Indian context. This work bridges academic discourse, offering essential insights for understanding contemporary gender politics and social justice movements in India. It’s essential reading for students and scholars in gender studies, cultural studies, and anyone interested in nuanced discussions on feminism in India.
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Against Racial Capitalism: Selected Writings (Black Critique)
0Original price was: ₹2,243.82.₹2,243.82Current price is: ₹2,243.82.Delve into the seminal writings of Neville Alexander, a pivotal voice against racial capitalism. This collection unpacks his revolutionary analyses of the intertwined struggles of race, class, and nation-building, deeply rooted in the fight against Apartheid. Discover his critical perspectives on education’s role and the enduring legacies of systemic injustice. Essential for scholars, activists, and students in India seeking profound insights into social justice, equality, and transforming oppressive systems. Understand the historical context and contemporary relevance of anti-racist thought from a non-dogmatic Marxist and pan-Africanist perspective.
