{"product_id":"echoes-of-eternity-a-journey-through-indian-thought","title":"THE OTHER SIDE OF DIPLOMACY","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height:1.8; color:#333; max-width:900px; margin:auto;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"background:#6A1B9A; color:#FFFFFF; padding:15px 20px; border-radius:8px; text-align:center; margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n    The Other Side of Diplomacy\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eThe Other Side of Diplomacy\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a rare and fascinating glimpse into the unseen world behind\n    diplomatic life—the experiences, challenges and memorable moments of the spouses and families of Indian diplomats.\n    Filled with historic, entertaining and intriguing stories, this anthology reveals the human side of diplomacy,\n    beyond official meetings and international relations.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"background:#2E7D32; color:#FFFFFF; padding:12px 18px; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n    📖 About the Book\n  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Behind the glamour of the \u003cstrong\u003eIndian Foreign Service\u003c\/strong\u003e and the excitement of international postings\n    lies another fascinating journey—that of diplomatic spouses who adapt to new countries, cultures and ways of life\n    every few years.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    These women and men move across continents, raise families in unfamiliar environments and navigate the unique\n    responsibilities that come with diplomatic life, while following the unwritten rule of avoiding diplomatic\n    missteps and maintaining grace in every situation.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Curated by \u003cstrong\u003eJayshree Misra Tripathi\u003c\/strong\u003e, this collection brings together personal accounts from\n    diplomatic spouses and family members who share remarkable experiences from their lives around the world.\n    Their stories capture everything from cultural discoveries and family moments to encounters with historic events.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Travelling across places such as \u003cstrong\u003eSikkim, Ethiopia, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Tajikistan, Baghdad, China and\n    Switzerland\u003c\/strong\u003e, the book explores diverse cultures while offering a behind-the-scenes look at life within\n    High Commissions and Embassies.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eThe Other Side of Diplomacy\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compelling collection for aspiring diplomats, readers interested\n    in global cultures and anyone who enjoys inspiring real-life stories of people living between worlds.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"background:#1565C0; color:#FFFFFF; padding:12px 18px; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n    ✨ Key Highlights\n  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA unique look into the lives of diplomatic spouses and families.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFeatures historic, personal and entertaining stories from around the world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExplores cultures, traditions and experiences across different continents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReveals the challenges and joys of adapting to diplomatic life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOffers behind-the-scenes stories from High Commissions and Embassies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA fascinating read for diplomacy enthusiasts and lovers of human stories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"background:#8E24AA; color:#FFFFFF; padding:12px 18px; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n    ✍️ About the Editor\n  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eJayshree Misra Tripathi\u003c\/strong\u003e is a poet and retired diplomatic spouse with more than six decades of\n    experience across different parts of the world, including \u003cstrong\u003eCuttack, Odisha, England, Sri Lanka,\n    Madagascar\u003c\/strong\u003e and beyond.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Drawing from her extensive global experiences, she writes about the complexities of human relationships, moments\n    of grace and the voices of women whose stories are often overlooked.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Her poems and short stories have been featured in national and international anthologies and reviewed in the\n    \u003cstrong\u003eSahitya Akademi journal Indian Literature\u003c\/strong\u003e. Through her work, she continues to explore the\n    richness of human experiences across cultures.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"background:#F57C00; color:#FFFFFF; padding:12px 18px; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n    👥 Contributors\n  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eAjay Shankar\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \u003cstrong\u003eAnita Sapra\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \u003cstrong\u003eAnuradha Muthukumar\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \n    \u003cstrong\u003eAshok Pandey\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \u003cstrong\u003eAsiya Hamid Rao\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \u003cstrong\u003eHema Devare\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \n    \u003cstrong\u003eKusum Budhwar\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \u003cstrong\u003eKusum Tayal\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \u003cstrong\u003eMargreta Kumar\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \n    \u003cstrong\u003ePreeti Singh\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \u003cstrong\u003eReshmi Ray Dasgupta\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \u003cstrong\u003eSharmila Kantha\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \n    \u003cstrong\u003eShreedevi Nair Pal\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \u003cstrong\u003eShrimi Sinha\u003c\/strong\u003e ● \u003cstrong\u003eSmita Purushottam\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"background:#F57C00; color:#FFFFFF; padding12px 18px; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n    📚 Why Read This Book?\n  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eThe Other Side of Diplomacy\u003c\/strong\u003e presents a rarely seen perspective on international life through the\n    eyes of those who supported and experienced diplomacy beyond official roles. With heartfelt narratives, cultural\n    insights and unforgettable moments, this book brings together stories of adaptation, resilience and connection\n    across borders.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Westland Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45498976764013,"sku":null,"price":599.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/0445\/7069\/files\/61U7M9BMqxL._SL1500.jpg?v=1784913339","url":"https:\/\/the99books.in\/products\/echoes-of-eternity-a-journey-through-indian-thought","provider":"The 99 Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}