Envoy Extraordinary : A Study of Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit and Her Contribution to Modern India

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First published in 1965, Envoy Extraordinary is a detailed biographical study of Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit and her contribution to India. Drawing on a wealth of interviews, press-cuttings, speeches, letters, and more, the book delves into Vijaya Lakshmi Pandits political and diplomatic career and explores her personal values and ideals. It adopts an objective and truthful approach that does not steer away from the more difficult or disconcerting aspects of Pandits private and public life. In doing so, it provides a thorough study of her career and a detailed insight into Indias political history.