Description
Durbar is a memoir written by Tavleen Singh, a well-known Indian journalist, and author. The book was published in 2012 and chronicles Tavleen’s experiences as a journalist and her interactions with various political figures in India.
The book is divided into three parts, with each part covering a different period of Tavleen’s life. The first part covers her childhood and early years as a journalist, the second part covers her experiences during the 1980s and 1990s, a period of great political turmoil in India, and the third part covers her experiences during the early 2000s.
Throughout the book, Tavleen provides insights into the political and social climate of India during the different periods covered in the book. She shares her experiences covering various political events, such as the assassination of Indira Gandhi and the rise of Rajiv Gandhi, and also provides insights into the personal lives of some of the political figures she has interacted with.
Overall, Durbar is a fascinating and insightful memoir that provides readers with a unique perspective on the political and social climate of India during the latter half of the 20th century and the early 21st century.
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