the breathtaking development and influence of modern India Farndon, John creator text London Virgin 2008 monographic 262 p. : ill., maps ; 20 cm "India Booms gives a fascinating insight into the country's politics, economy, social organisation, culture and relationships with other nations. The perfect companion to your travel guide, this detailed analysis of the country as it is today shows how it will develop in the future, and the dramatic effect it will have on the rest of the world."--BOOK JACKET. CONTENTS: India's Booming Economy -- The Government of India -- Religious India -- India and Pakistan -- India and the USA -- Village India -- Metro India -- Young India -- Cutting-edge India -- India Faces the Future. John Farndon Originally published: 2007 Includes bibliographical references and index India Economic conditions 1947- India Politics and government 1977- India Social conditions 1947- 9780753513545 (pbk.) 6766