--- product_id: 131391749 title: "Against the Grain: Notes on Identity, Intolerance and History" price: "AED 46" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/131391749-against-the-grain-notes-on-identity-intolerance-and-history store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Against the Grain: Notes on Identity, Intolerance and History **Price:** AED 46 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Against the Grain: Notes on Identity, Intolerance and History - **How much does it cost?** AED 46 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/131391749-against-the-grain-notes-on-identity-intolerance-and-history) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Against the Grain: Notes on Identity, Intolerance and History : D.N. Jha: desertcart.in: Books Review: Extensively Researched, Neatly Documented, Well Presented - This book is a series of essays. Those who are familiar with Mr Jha's works, will not be disappointed with the premise and adduced evidentiary material. Many readers will be familiar with his knowledge and background of early Indian history. In this book, he has tried to connect earlier history to the present and he has traced the origins of the current social trends of India's dominant religion to intellectuals as far back as nearly 150 years. The evolution of this thought is neatly documented and well presented. The unanswered question is what motivates otherwise intelligent individuals to espouse theories and tropes that cause physical harm to other individuals, but then I suppose this would not be Mr Jha's remit! Review: Essential reading for anyone interested in Indian history and cultural anthropology. - "Against the Grain" by D.N. Jha is a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of ancient Indian history that challenges conventional right-wing historical narratives. Through meticulous research and compelling arguments, Jha dismantles the prevailing myths of ancient Hindu identity, Brahminical tolerance and the pseudo-nationalism of the saffron brigade whose histography is rooted in colonialism and has multiple western paternity. Furthermore, Jha's lucid writing style makes this scholarly work accessible to casual readers interested in history and cultural studies, offering a refreshing and enlightening perspective. Jha skillfully navigates between scholarly analysis and engaging storytelling, ensuring that readers remain captivated throughout. In conclusion, "Against the Grain" is a groundbreaking scholarly work that challenges stereotypes, invite readers to question long-held assumptions of the past and encourages a more critical and evidence-based examination of historical narratives. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 80 Reviews | ## Images ![Against the Grain: Notes on Identity, Intolerance and History - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/611VdvTCyCL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Extensively Researched, Neatly Documented, Well Presented *by S***E on 8 October 2024* This book is a series of essays. Those who are familiar with Mr Jha's works, will not be disappointed with the premise and adduced evidentiary material. Many readers will be familiar with his knowledge and background of early Indian history. In this book, he has tried to connect earlier history to the present and he has traced the origins of the current social trends of India's dominant religion to intellectuals as far back as nearly 150 years. The evolution of this thought is neatly documented and well presented. The unanswered question is what motivates otherwise intelligent individuals to espouse theories and tropes that cause physical harm to other individuals, but then I suppose this would not be Mr Jha's remit! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Essential reading for anyone interested in Indian history and cultural anthropology. *by A***R on 4 May 2024* "Against the Grain" by D.N. Jha is a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of ancient Indian history that challenges conventional right-wing historical narratives. Through meticulous research and compelling arguments, Jha dismantles the prevailing myths of ancient Hindu identity, Brahminical tolerance and the pseudo-nationalism of the saffron brigade whose histography is rooted in colonialism and has multiple western paternity. Furthermore, Jha's lucid writing style makes this scholarly work accessible to casual readers interested in history and cultural studies, offering a refreshing and enlightening perspective. Jha skillfully navigates between scholarly analysis and engaging storytelling, ensuring that readers remain captivated throughout. In conclusion, "Against the Grain" is a groundbreaking scholarly work that challenges stereotypes, invite readers to question long-held assumptions of the past and encourages a more critical and evidence-based examination of historical narratives. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Informative but academic *by S***R on 7 November 2024* This is a well researched and referenced book debating and uncovering truths about the food, culture and lifestyle in ancient and medieval India. The author is a well known historian and a legend in his field. I had read his "The Myth of the Holy Cow" a few years ago and found it revelational. Both the books are content heavy with lots of references and direct quotes. Maybe because the author is a core academician, his prose tends to be more theoretical and less practical. Even though the author claims that he has written this book for the common man who is vulnerable and unaware, the book does little other than refute the claims made by political leaders of the last century. Every chapter goes about debunking myths based on documentary evidence and the author does it by referencing multiple texts of ancient history. Fine, agreed. But then he offers no conclusion, advice or opinion of his own. After a while, the chapters become repetitive and you already know the pattern. There is no solution that is offered and there is no encouragement to future generations to follow the path of knowledge. Only people with an academic bent of mind will enjoy reading it but then they would already know most of the contents. The vulnerable will continue to overlook such text even with all the references to puranic scriptures because it is not simple enough for their understanding. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/131391749-against-the-grain-notes-on-identity-intolerance-and-history](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/131391749-against-the-grain-notes-on-identity-intolerance-and-history) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-10-30*