Charaiveti: An Academic's Global Journey: By Pranab Bardhan Delhi: Harper Collins Publishers India, 2023, 362 pp., £20 (paperback), P-ISBN: 978-9-356-99574-1/E-ISBN: 978-9-356-99575-8.

The main focus of "Charaiveti" is the life and intellectual journey of an academic who has significantly influenced the field of development economics. The book is structured into 16 chapters, detailing the author's modest beginnings in West Bengal, his academic pursuits at Cambridge and MIT, and hi...

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Publicado en:Journal of Development Studies Vol. 61; no. 9; pp. 1548 - 1550
Autores principales: Savoia, Antonio, Sen, Kunal
Formato: Book Review
Publicado: Taylor & Francis Ltd Sep2025
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Sumario:The main focus of "Charaiveti" is the life and intellectual journey of an academic who has significantly influenced the field of development economics. The book is structured into 16 chapters, detailing the author's modest beginnings in West Bengal, his academic pursuits at Cambridge and MIT, and his later roles in India and the United States. It intertwines personal anecdotes with reflections on key themes in development research, such as the relationship between efficiency and equity, the role of experimental methods, and the importance of interdisciplinary engagement. The narrative is enriched with humor and cultural references, showcasing the author's passion for cinema and literature, while also emphasizing his commitment to understanding the socio-economic challenges in India.