In Spite of the Gods

Praise

“Superb. . . . The blend of anecdote, history, and economic analysis makes In Spite of the Gods an endlessly fascinating, highly pleasurable way to catch up on a very big story.”
—William Grimes, The New York Times

“Sophisticated and sympathetic. . . . Richly evocative. . . . Engaging. . . . [Luce's] sharp-witted prose brings today's India to life with insight and irreverence.” —The Washington Post

“[Luce's] research is formidable. . . . [In Spite of the Gods] is stunning in its breadth.” —The New Yorker

“Indispensable. . . . [Luce] is a keen observer.”
—The Wall Street Journal