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Building-Art: Modern Architecture Under Cultural Construction (Contemporary Artists and their Critics)
0₹2,475.29Delve into the critical discourse of modern architecture with insightful essays examining its cultural construction. This collection dissects anti-modernist polemics and their enduring relevance, offering sharp analysis of building design within cultural contexts. Essential reading for architects, urban planners, art critics, and students of architectural theory and art history seeking to understand the evolution of contemporary built environments. Discover profound insights into the intersection of art, culture, and architectural practice.
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BULK METALLIC GLASSES
0Original price was: ₹12,479.17.₹12,479.17Current price is: ₹12,479.17.Unlock the future of advanced materials with essential insights into bulk metallic glasses. This seminal work offers a comprehensive overview of these unique amorphous alloys, detailing their exceptional properties like high strength, hardness, and corrosion resistance. Explore crucial aspects from alloy design and glass formation to processing, atomistic modeling, computer simulations, and mechanical properties. A must-have resource for materials science engineers, researchers, and students across India seeking to leverage cutting-edge materials for structural applications and biomedical implants.
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Bullsh*t Comparisons: A field guide to thinking critically in a world of difference
0₹875.27Sharpen your critical thinking and decode misleading comparisons with this insightful field guide. In a world saturated with rankings, charts, and political rhetoric, understanding how comparisons are used and abused is crucial. This book unpacks flawed logic in diverse examples, offering accessible, research-backed insights. Essential for students and professionals seeking to navigate misinformation and make better-informed decisions, this guide equips you to question data and think critically about the ‘world of difference’.
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Bureaucracy, Belonging, and the City in North India: 1870-1930
0₹521.25Explore the profound transformation of North Indian cities during 1870-1930. This insightful work on colonial India’s urbanism delves into the complex interplay of bureaucracy, belonging, and local identity in Banaras and Jaunpur. Discover how infrastructure development and architectural conservation efforts shaped these historic urban landscapes, revealing the critical role Indians themselves played in forging modern city life. A vital resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of South Asian studies, Indian urban history, and colonial era studies. Understand the making of the modern Indian city.
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Bureaucracy, Community and Influence in India: Society and the State, 1930s – 1960s: 11 (Routledge Studies in South Asian History)
0Original price was: ₹13,387.50.₹13,387.50Current price is: ₹13,387.50.Delve into the intricate workings of Indian bureaucracy and the Indian state during a pivotal era. This book offers a fresh perspective on corruption in India, examining ‘everyday’ citizen interactions with local governance and police in Uttar Pradesh from the 1930s to the 1960s. It challenges conventional views by exploring how entrenched customs and social hierarchies influenced state-citizen relations, transforming the meaning of corruption during India’s colonial past and post-independence period. A must-read for scholars of Indian history, South Asian studies, and political science seeking deep insights into Indian society.
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Bureaucracy, Economy, and Leadership in China: The Institutional Origins of the Great Leap Forward
0₹4,760.00Delve into the intricate institutional origins of China’s Great Leap Forward, a defining chapter of economic reform and national upheaval. This seminal work offers a provocative reinterpretation, emphasizing the pivotal role of bureaucracy over singular leadership. Understand the profound impact of institutional structures on China’s economy and leadership dynamics. Essential for students of Chinese history, political science, and global economic policy, this book provides critical insights for academic study in India and beyond.
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Burma`s Foreign Relations: Neutralism in Theory and Practice (Atla Bibliography Series; 26)
0₹7,614.84Unlock the complexities of Burma’s foreign relations and its unique path of neutralism. This definitive study meticulously analyzes the theory and practice of Burma’s foreign policy since 1948. Explore the factors shaping its neutralist stance, the divergence between stated policy and actual diplomatic engagements, and the profound impact on economic development. An indispensable resource for students of Southeast Asian studies, researchers, and policymakers keen on understanding regional politics and post-WWII geopolitical shifts. Essential for anyone seeking deep insights into Asian foreign policy.
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Burmese Looking Glass: A Human Rights Adventure and a Jungle Revolution
0₹1,549.13Embark on a gripping human rights adventure into the heart of Burma’s jungle revolution. Artist and activist Edith T. Mirante bravely chronicles her clandestine journeys, documenting the struggles of refugees and resistance fighters against a brutal dictatorship. Discover her remarkable initiative, Project Maine, and her fight against political oppression. This compelling travelogue offers unparalleled insight for readers passionate about Southeast Asia politics, global human rights, and extraordinary acts of courage. Essential reading for understanding contemporary Myanmar and the power of individual activism.
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Burn It Down!: Feminist Manifestos for the Revolution
0₹1,427.05Ignite change with feminist manifestos that span centuries, from the 19th century to the present. This groundbreaking collection gathers over seventy-five urgent, defiant voices – a potent blend of rage and dreams driving feminist activism and social justice. Explore the historical trajectory of women’s liberation and find a powerful rallying cry for contemporary movements seeking gender equality. It’s an essential read for anyone seeking to understand or fuel radical social change, offering an antidote to powerlessness relevant to every corner of India.
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Burning Roses in My Garden: A Collection
0₹291.27Explore the fierce and gentle verses of Taslima Nasrin’s ‘Burning Roses in My Garden,’ a powerful poetry collection now available at The Bookish Owl. Translated from Bangla, these poems delve into themes of exile, love, and the complexities of womanhood. Nasrin’s free verse captures loneliness, sorrow, and moments of exaltation, offering a unique perspective on life as ‘the other.’ Discover a collection that resonates across generations, defining the experiences of women worldwide. Order your copy of ‘Burning Roses in My Garden’ (ISBN: 9780143449560) today and experience the raw emotion and timeless wisdom of Taslima Nasrin.
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Burnout: The Emotional Experience of Political Defeat
0₹1,427.05Discover how to maintain hope amidst political defeat. “Burnout” offers a profound exploration of the emotional experience of struggle, drawing on historical activists who persevered through setbacks. From exiled revolutionaries to feminists confronting patriarchy, this insightful book examines their coping mechanisms. Proctor provides a compelling path beyond despair, demonstrating how to mourn and organise simultaneously without compromise. Essential reading for activists, students of political science, and social justice advocates seeking resilience in challenging times.
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Burnt: Fighting for Climate Justice (Outspoken by Pluto)
0₹951.05Confront the escalating climate crisis and discover how to fight for environmental justice with renewed purpose. This vital book challenges conventional approaches, arguing for a radical, systemic shift to combat global warming. It explores how centering justice in climate activism is key to securing a sustainable future for India and the world. Learn to build effective movements that demand transformative change, making it an essential read for climate activists, environmentalists, students, and anyone passionate about environmental action and social justice in India.
