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In this book, Angela Saini tells the fascinating story of how India is transforming itself into a global science superpower.

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Born in the UK in 1980, Angela Saini is a science journalist and reports for the BBC,New Scientist,Wiredand theEconomist. She was named European Young Science Writer of the Year in 2009, and in 2008 won a European television news award.
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'revealing reportage on India's scientific and technological renaissance'. * Independent * 'revealing reportage on India's scientific and technological renaissance'. * Independent * 'Saini's vivid portrait of hi-tech India reveals a country in a hurry.' * Manjit Kumar, Financial Times * 'Eye-opening, warmhearted and cliche-free, her book gives Indians' minds the respect so often and so easily given to their spirit'. * Wanderlust * 'Saini has produced an eye-opening survey of scientists in today's India...Engagingly written and remarkably objective, Geek Nation shatters many myths while not discouraging guarded optimism'. * The Independent * 'Saini has a genuine talent for describing science'. * Sunday Times Culture * With engaging first-hand accounts she explores gleaming technology hubs, visits space centres and labs researching GM crops...you do get a vivid impression of a nation emerging as a scientific contender. * BBC Focus * This is an engaging and eye-opening exploration of a subject that traditionally we rely on cliches to understand, providing a much more informed and effective understanding of the progress of Indian technology. Recommended. * Popular Science * Many entertaining and informative stories. * Sunday Times * GEEK NATION's emphasis on personalities and places provides an engaging introduction for those who want deeper understanding than facts and figures alone can provide. * New Scientist * 'Those who want to understand how India is shaping up as a scientific superpower will find it a worthwhile and engaging read'. * New Scientist *

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  • PublisherHodder & Stoughton
  • Publication date2011
  • ISBN 10 1444710141
  • ISBN 13 9781444710144
  • BindingHardcover
  • Number of pages280
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