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From the Ruins of Empire: The Revolt Against the West and the Remaking of Asia,New
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A Financial Times and The Economist Best Book of the Year and a New York Times Book Review Editors' ChoiceA SURPRISING, GRIPPING NARRATIVE DEPICTING THE THINKERS WHOSE IDEAS SHAPED CONTEMPORARY CHINA, INDIA, AND THE MUSLIM WORLDA little more than a century ago, independent thinkers across Asia sought to frame a distinct intellectual tradition that would inspire the continent's rise to dominance. Yet this did not come to pass, and today those thinkersTagore, Gandhi, and later Nehru in India; Liang Qichao and Sun Yatsen in China; Jamal alDin alAfghani and Abdurreshi al Ibrahim of the Ottoman Empireare seen as outsiders within the main anticolonial tradition. But as Pankaj Mishra demonstrates in this enthralling portrait of like minds, Asia's revolt against the West is not the one led by faithfired terrorists and thwarted peasants; rather, it is rooted in the ideas of these once renowned intellectuals. Now, when the ascendency of Asia seems possible as never before, From the Ruins of Empire is as necessary as it is timelya book indispensable to our understanding of the world and our place in it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'From the Ruins of Empire'? A: The main theme of 'From the Ruins of Empire' is the exploration of historical thinkers in Asia who shaped modern intellectual traditions and their resistance against Western colonialism.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'From the Ruins of Empire' is Pankaj Mishra.
- Q: What can I expect from the writing style of this book? A: Pankaj Mishra's writing style is engaging and narrative-driven, presenting complex ideas in a way that is accessible and gripping for readers.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on August 27, 2013.
- Q: How many pages does 'From the Ruins of Empire' have? A: The book contains a total of 368 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in perfect condition.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'From the Ruins of Empire' is a paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in Asian history? A: Yes, this book is highly suitable for readers interested in Asian history, particularly the intellectual movements that shaped modern Asia.
- Q: Does the book cover any specific historical figures? A: Yes, the book discusses prominent historical figures such as Tagore, Gandhi, Nehru, Liang Qichao, and Sun Yat-sen among others.
- Q: What is the significance of the book in today's context? A: The book is significant as it provides insight into Asia's intellectual heritage and its implications for the continent's role in the modern world.