Against the Grain

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Against the Grain is written by Pankaj Mishra and published by Penguin Random House India Private Limited. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 9357084711 (ISBN 10) and 9789357084710 (ISBN 13).

Dive deep into the minds of those who dared to defy convention in Against the Grain, a compelling exploration of wisdom, vulnerability and visionary thinking. Through conversations with luminaries like A.R. Rahman, Uday Kotak, Nandan Nilekani, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Naval Ravikant and many more, this book reveals what it takes to carve your own path, defy norms and truly embrace your uniqueness. Veteran business journalist Pankaj Mishra skilfully retraces the journeys of these bold outliers, delving into their experiences of hope, disillusionment, victory, defeat, joy and pain with refreshing candour. Drawing from transformative interviews featured on Mishra’s acclaimed and beloved podcast Outliers, this book offers a lucid and captivating narrative that vividly portrays how some of India’s most prominent figures confront the myriad challenges and uncertainties of life. A must-read for those navigating their own paths to success, this chronicle serves as an inspiring testament to resilience, determination and individuality.