Emergency: A Personal History by Coomi Kapoor offers a gripping and deeply informed account of one of the most turbulent chapters in Indian political history. Drawing on personal perspective and careful reporting, the book brings the Emergency period into sharp focus through vivid memories, political insight, and historical context.
Readers who enjoy political nonfiction, memoir, and contemporary history will find this an engaging and thought-provoking read. Emergency: A Personal History sheds light on power, democracy, and lived experience, making it a compelling addition for anyone interested in India’s past and the stories behind it.
