The Greatest Indian "Social sciences" Books of All Time

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Social sciences

Social sciences is a broad category of books that encompasses the study of human society and social relationships. This includes disciplines such as sociology, psychology, anthropology, economics, political science, and history. Social science books aim to understand and explain human behavior, social structures, and cultural norms. They explore topics such as social inequality, power dynamics, social change, and the impact of technology on society. Social science books provide valuable insights into the complexities of human interactions and offer a deeper understanding of the world we live in.

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  1. 1. Sea of Poppies by Amitav Ghosh

    "Sea of Poppies" is a historical novel set in the 1830s, just before the Opium Wars. It traces the intertwined lives of a diverse group of characters, from a raja turned convict, a widowed poppy grower, a French orphan, to a mulatto American freedman, all of whom are brought together on the Ibis, a former slave ship now used for transporting opium. The story explores the social and economic impact of the opium trade, colonialism, and the caste system, while also delving into the personal histories, relationships, and struggles of the characters.

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