Maya Tudor Books

Dr. Maya Tudor’s research delves into the foundations of stable, democratic, and effective states across the developing world, with a particular focus on South Asia. Her work investigates the forces that shape national identity and the development of democratic governance in Asia. Tudor critically examines existing research on nationalism, exploring the divergent political trajectories of nations like India and Pakistan after achieving independence. Her analyses offer profound insights into the complex processes of state-building and democratization.

The Promise of Power
258 pages
10 hours of reading
The book explores the contrasting political trajectories of India and Pakistan following their independence. It delves into the historical contexts that shaped each nation's governance, highlighting how India established a stable democracy while Pakistan fell into instability and autocracy. Through this analysis, the author examines the underlying factors that contributed to these divergent outcomes, offering insights into the complexities of democracy and governance in the region.
Varieties of Nationalism
This Element proposes that nationalism can be broken down productively into parts based on three key questions: 1. Does a nation exist? 2. How do national narratives vary? 3. When do national narratives matter?

The Promise of Power

Varieties of Nationalism