Nehru: The Invention of India by Shashi Tharoor

📘 Nehru: The Invention of India by Shashi Tharoor
🇮🇳 A Masterful Portrait of India’s First Prime Minister

In Nehru: The Invention of India, acclaimed author and statesman Shashi Tharoor delivers a nuanced and accessible biography of Jawaharlal Nehru, one of the most pivotal figures in modern Indian history.

This book isn't just about Nehru the man—it’s about Nehru the idea: the architect of a secular, democratic India, whose vision still shapes the nation today. With clarity and grace, Tharoor explores Nehru’s evolution from a privileged youth to a passionate freedom fighter, and ultimately, a complex leader navigating a newly independent nation.

📖 What You’ll Learn:

• The personal and political journey of Jawaharlal Nehru

• Nehru’s role in shaping India’s democracy, foreign policy, and institutions

• The tensions between idealism and realpolitik in postcolonial governance

• A thoughtful critique of his legacy, leadership, and limitations

✨ Why You Should Read It:

• Written by Shashi Tharoor, one of India's sharpest political thinkers

• Balanced and engaging narrative—ideal for students and general readers

• Provides historical insight into India’s freedom movement and early years

• A vital read for anyone seeking to understand India’s political DNA