Crabtree, James

The Billionaire Raj

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ISBN 13:
9781786073808
author:
Crabtree, James
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Oneworld Publications
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
384
Dimensions:
23.4 x 15.3 x 3.2 centimetres (0
Genre:
Business, International, Economics,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 6 working days
£15.65

Description

The Billionaire Raj: A Journey Through India's New Gilded Age by James Crabtree. India's rapid growth has created a new class of billionaires who wield immense influence over business and politics. This book provides a vivid portrait of the country's deeply divided society, where millions struggle with poverty while the wealthy continue to thrive amidst scandals and controversy. The author explores the complex relationships between these titans of industry and politics, and what kind of superpower they are creating. The Billionaire Raj sheds light on the controversies surrounding India's prime minister Narendra Modi and his efforts to tackle corruption and inequality. But who are these powerful individuals, and how do they shape the country's destiny? This book offers a thought-provoking examination of India's place in the world and its potential future as a prosperous democratic giant or an authoritarian regime. By examining the lives and influence of India's billionaires, The Billionaire Raj provides a timely and important analysis of the country's rapidly changing landscape.

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