In our latest non-fiction review, Christoph Nick unpacks 'Vishwa Shastra – India and the World' by Dhruva Jaishankar. This compelling book reframes how we see India: not as a marginal player in global affairs, but as a civilisation with deep historical roots and strategic potential. From colonial legacies and partition to economic transformation and geopolitical ambition, Jaishankar argues that India’s past and future are too consequential to overlook.
Whether you’re curious about global politics, history, or the future of a rising power, this review offers clear insight into why understanding India matters now more than ever...
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Date
December 18, 2025
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