Dead Ringers

Discover the compelling insights of Shehzad Nadeem's Dead Ringers, published by Princeton University Press in 2013. This thought-provoking book delves into the Indian outsourcing industry, where employees are trained to be "dead ringers" for their more costly American counterparts. With 288 pages of in-depth analysis, Nadeem chronicles the evolution of a workforce that embraces mimicry as both a job requirement and a passionate pursuit. Explore the intricate dynamics of international business enterprises, high technology industries, and the social conditions that shape this unique labor market. Perfect for readers interested in contract work, globalization, and the impact of cultural imitation in the workplace, Dead Ringers offers an essential perspective on the complexities of modern employment in a globalized economy.