This is a dense, clearly well-researched book about the relationship between water and Asia. Amrith is clearly well-versed in this subject but at times I felt the information was a little scattered and often felt my mind wandering as I tried to connect and process all of the facts. I think this would be a great book for someone researching similar topics and needing references.

Not since Steven Solomon's epic treatment of the subject (his masterly treatise was titled, "Water, The Epic Struggle for wealth, power and civilization), has this resource been subjected to such a masterly analysis and its role in nurturing civilizations explored so comprehensively. Sunil Amrith in his book "Unruly Waters" provide a fascinating aspect of how this great teeming mass of liquid influences an entire geography and its inhabitants. This is a work that will linger in the minds of the reader long after the covers come down.

very well researched book, packed full with great information on the topic BUT sadly i found the writing very lacking and hard to read and with that making it hard to enjoy the book and all the informations it has to offer.

Well-researched, well-written, and just overall a job well done on Amrith's very different historical approach. For anyone studying Asian history or just enjoys learning and reading about it in their spare time, this is an excellent resource to help expand upon one's understanding of its past.

This is a very interesting book, as it focuses on the history of some Asian countries (primarily India) but through the lends of how water has shaped their environment, politics, and everyday lives. Often, we don't consider natural resources when talking about history and why things happened, but Unruly Waters reminds us that vital resources make a huge difference in the development of civilizations. The writing is clear and the pictures are helpful. I recommend it for any library looking for alternate looks on history and for anyone light on Asian history.