{"product_id":"iconoclast-a-reflective-biography-of-dr-babasaheb-ambedkar-hardcover","title":"Iconoclast: A Reflective Biography of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAnand Teltumbde\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eIconoclast\u003c\/i\u003e, Dr Anand Teltumbde, a distinguished public intellectual and leading authority on the Dalit movement, presents a groundbreaking biography of Dr B.R. Ambedkar. Far from the embellished narratives often associated with his legacy, Teltumbde strips away the layers of myth and hyperbole to reveal the man behind the legend. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith meticulous research and intellectual honesty, Teltumbde delves into the life of Ambedkar, situating him within the dynamic context of his time. He explores the complexities of Ambedkar's persona, offering a nuanced portrait that challenges conventional perceptions. Rich with poignant photographs, this biography paints a vivid picture of Ambedkar as a visionary and as a human, and above all as an iconoclast driven by a relentless pursuit of social justice and equality. From his tireless advocacy for the Dalit community to his visionary ideals of liberty, equality and fraternity, Ambedkar's legacy reverberates through the ages, inspiring generations to strive for a more just society. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith incisive analysis and a deep understanding of Ambedkar's philosophy, Teltumbde extends the narrative beyond the confines of history, examining Ambedkar's enduring impact on contemporary India. \u003ci\u003eIconoclast\u003c\/i\u003e is a masterful tribute to a towering figure in modern history, offering profound insights into the epic struggle for social emancipation and the quest for a truly inclusive society.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnand Teltumbde is a leading public intellectual, author and civil rights activist. He's also regarded as one of the foremost authorities on Ambedkar and the Dalit movement in India. A polymath, his scholarship ranges from socio-political analysis to big data analytics. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAmong his significant books are \u003ci\u003eThe Radical in Ambedkar\u003c\/i\u003e (ed., 2018), \u003ci\u003eThe Republic of Caste\u003c\/i\u003e (2018), \u003ci\u003eDalits: Past, Present and Future\u003c\/i\u003e (2016), \u003ci\u003eMahad: The Making of the First Dalit Revolt\u003c\/i\u003e (2016), \u003ci\u003eThe Persistence of Caste\u003c\/i\u003e (2010), and \u003ci\u003eKhairlanji: A Strange and Bitter Crop\u003c\/i\u003e (2008). Teltumbde regularly contributed to \u003ci\u003eMainstream\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFrontier\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSeminar\u003c\/i\u003e and most leading English newspapers and wrote \u003ci\u003eMargin Speak\u003c\/i\u003e, one of the longest running columns in the \u003ci\u003eEconomic \u0026amp; Political Weekly.\u003c\/i\u003e He held top management positions in his corporate career and taught at IIT, Kharagpur and Goa Institute of Management Business Management and Big Data Analytics respectively.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 26, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51769394233632,"sku":"9780670093885","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/cf94129e5bd4e454bb0a803ca1e6b520.webp?v=1780346993","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/iconoclast-a-reflective-biography-of-dr-babasaheb-ambedkar-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}