Forever Incomplete is the story of the Kingdom of Nepal. It will take the reader through various periods in her long history-from the birth and unification of the country, attempts at expansion, and clashes with neighbouring powers to the demarcation of its present-day borders. The story also covers the tussles for power within the court, the awakening of the people and their attempts to gain power. Myths, legends and history are intertwined to give the reader a fresh and revealing perspective on Nepal and the challenges she faces in the years ahead.
The author belongs to a well-known family of Nepal. His unique vantage point makes this book an insider's account that has been written with deep understanding of Nepal. It is peppered with fascinating personal accounts from the author which give the reader insights into the socio-political milieu of the years in discussion.
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Höhe: 216 mm
Breite: 140 mm
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978-81-321-1099-6 (9788132110996)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Mahendra Man Singh is a first time author and a commentator on the social and political conditions in Nepal. His professional life has mostly been in the private sector and currently he is Founding and Managing Director of TMB-Energietechnik (responsible for Alternate Energy Projects). He has been actively involved in the politics of Nepal and is a known face in the corridors of power-both in the now deposed monarchy and in the Nepali Congress.
He has been actively involved in social programmes such as the Organization for Participation in Development (ORDEV) Nepal, of which he was the Founder-President. The author has taken keen interest in formulating and implementing rural development projects with a special focus on 'skills training', 'adult education', 'water supply' and 'small credits'. This particular programme was conducted under the 'Basic Needs Program' of King Birendra.
He writes extensively on socio-political issues of Nepal and his articles have appeared in the Kathmandu Post (an English daily), The Commoner, (an English daily), the Samachar Patra and Deshannter (a Nepali daily).
Prologue
From Gorkha to Nepal
Of Wool and War
Bivouac at the Gomati
The First Four
Vikram Sambat 2007
The King Rules
Vikram Sambat 2046
Sinning Again
Mero Ahwan
Epilogue
Glossary
Notes
Bibliography
Index
