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Inglorious Empire: What the British Did to India by Shashi Tharoor

3.0

medium-paced

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⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Informative but not especially engaging

Inglorious Empire is a very informative look at the economic, social, and cultural costs of British colonial rule in India. Shashi Tharoor presents his case with conviction and plenty of historical detail, making it clear just how devastating imperialism was for the subcontinent.

However, while the content is important, the delivery wasn’t always engaging. Certain sections felt repetitive, and at times it read more like a speech than a balanced historical narrative. Still, it’s a valuable read for anyone interested in learning more about this period of history, even if it’s not the most captivating in style.