Memoirs of a Social Scientist Mihir Rakshit Following his first book of memoirs, the author recounts his distinguished academic career after resigning from Presidency College. He details the political interference and declining standards that forced him to leave Presidency College his beloved institution. The narrative begins with a moving student farewell before exploring his time at DSE, JNU, and other global institutes. Throughout these prestigious cales, he highlights productive collaborations with scholars and researchen worldwide. Post-retirement, he led the ICRA Money and Finance Project, producing major works on the Indian economy The memoirs conclude with a poignant tribute to his late wife and fellow economist, Professor Sumita Rakbit.