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‘The easiest way to understand and analyse Indian food is to break down the thali… while our cultures and cuisines might be diverse, thali brings India together and that’s exactly what Nandita does in her book – bring us together.’

‘Tamal Bandyopadhyay’s magnum opus provides insights into the most important question in Indian policymaking today.’

‘Four past governors spoke freely with Tamal because of his formidable reputation as a thoughtful, meticulous and fiercely independent columnist… These qualities shine throughout this book.’

‘This is a financial sector policy thriller.’

‘Tamal has done a public service by writing this book.’

‘It reads like a Shakespearean tale on Indian banking and highlights the need for reviewing our first principles on the financial sector.’

‘Tamal’s book combines the micro and macro stories underlying the crisis facing banks, to make for an engaging read.’

‘A one-stop narrative of nuances and insights a reader is unlikely to get elsewhere. It’s a compelling read.’

Qaraar Ali is a young craftsman in love with the beautiful Abeerah, cherished daughter of a General in the Mughal army. A wanderer, he seeks the company of poets and spends his time visiting the shrines of 18th century Delhi. Trouble is brewing as Persia’s Nadir Shah is gathering a large army and heading towards Delhi. In a few catastrophic moments, Qaraar’s life will be

Vidya Dehejia’s story of India is told not through monarchs and battles but through material objects.