An Era of Darkness: The British Empire in India by Shashi Tharoor is a groundbreaking exposé that redefines how we understand the impact of British colonial rule on India. With his trademark eloquence and razor-sharp insight, Tharoor dismantles the glorified myths of the British Raj, revealing instead a chilling narrative of economic exploitation, cultural destruction, and systemic injustice.

Drawing on meticulous research and powerful rhetoric, Tharoor exposes how colonial policies drained India’s wealth, dismantled its thriving industries, and left behind deep social and political scars. This compelling work challenges Eurocentric narratives, offering a bold postcolonial perspective on empire, history, and restitution.

A must-read for anyone interested in Indian history, global colonialism, or decolonization, this book serves as both a historical reckoning and a call for truth. An Era of Darkness stands as one of the most important works in modern Indian literature — a brilliant reminder that history must be seen through the eyes of those who lived it, not those who ruled it.

PUBLISHER: ALEPH BOOK COMPANY, RUPA PUBLICATIONS

BINDING: HARD COVER

LANGUAGE: ENGLISH

PAGES: 333