Indian Modernity: Contradictions, Paradoxes and Possibilities

Indian Modernity (first published in 1998) offers an alternative vision of modernity that engages the reader with its lyrical style, philosophical insights, sensitivity to deep religiosity, life-affirming femininity, and sociological imagination. Despite the passage of time, it remains relevant for social science students, researchers, teachers, and visionaries, and is co-published with Aakar Books.

Format: Hardback
Length: 254 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Indian Modernity, originally published in 1998, takes on a renewed significance in today's context. While it critically examines a techno-militaristic model of modernization, it presents alternative pathways to shape a distinctively new definition of our modernity. Through its poetic style, philosophical insights, sensitivity to deep religiosity, life-affirming femininity, and sociological imagination, the book invites readers to embark on a visionary journey beyond the present contradictions and paradoxes of modernity.

Despite the passing of years, this book remains highly relevant for social science students, researchers, teachers, and visionaries. It is co-published with Aakar Books, and print editions are not available for sale in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Bhutan).

The book explores the complexities of Indian society and culture, examining the interplay between tradition and modernity, religion and secularism, and social hierarchies. It offers a critical analysis of the processes of industrialization, urbanization, and the emergence of a consumerist culture, raising important questions about the impact of these changes on individuals, communities, and the nation as a whole.

Through its rich and nuanced narrative, Indian Modernity provides a valuable perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing India in the contemporary world. It encourages readers to think critically about the forces shaping our society and to explore alternative visions for a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future. Whether one is interested in social theory, cultural studies, or the history of India, this book offers insightful and thought-provoking insights that will continue to be relevant for years to come.

Weight: 630g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032666624