Synopsis A fabulous tour d'horizan of modern India's strategic past and a valuable reflection of its prospects in the international system-the author wraps up this eminently researched an institute study with great confidence as the heirs, overcoming many of India's deficiencies, have discovered new strengths. The author has produced a remarkable endorsement of India and its march towards being a power that matters. India's orientation towards a great world power, her security and military strategy, and the dramatic changes which have taken place in India since independence are well and clearly presented in this informative and well informed new book. A must for all who want to understand India's rising place in the world.