Books about India feature a comprehensive collection of works that explore the country’s rich history, diverse cultures, and complex social and political dynamics. Topics may cover ancient civilizations, colonial history, independence and partition, contemporary politics, and the rapidly evolving economy. The collection encompasses historical accounts, travelogues, cultural studies, fiction, and personal narratives that provide in-depth perspectives on India’s unique heritage and current affairs. Through these works, readers can better understand India’s contributions to global culture, its challenges, and its vibrant societal tapestry. Here are our books about India.
India is Broken | A People Betrayed, Independence to Today by Ashoka Mody explores the ongoing economic challenges in India. Mody proposes a path forward that is fraught with its own peril, but which nevertheless offers something resembling hope.
The Fractured Himalaya | India Tibet China 1949-1962 by Nirupama Rao explores the dynamics between modern-day India and China during their early development period. The book looks at the inflection points when the trajectory of diplomacy between these two nations could have course-corrected but did not.
Peter and Amy Bernstein founded Bernstein Literary Agency in 2009. For over two decades, we have worked with over 100 brilliant authors around the globe and across a gamut of subjects to get their books published, and their stories told. We typically work on non-fiction projects, but we have helped bring many fiction books, children’s books, and the occasional cookbook to market. We work with authors in all stages of their careers, from experienced, award-winning, and bestselling ones to debut writers ready to take on the world.
Amitav Acharya
Esther Allen
Gerard Araud
Chris Bohjalian
Andrew Scott Cooper
Vincent Coppola
Eva Dou
Caldwell B., Esselstyn, Jr., M.D.
Bruce Falconer
Gillian Lipton
Sven Steinmo
Robert Suettinger
Tanzina Vega
Olajide Williams
Dalena Wright