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Reconstructing Historic Landmarks: Fabrication, Negotiation, and the past
0Explore the intricate world of historic reconstruction and heritage preservation. This compelling study delves into the fabrication and negotiation shaping landmark remakes across North America. Through ten detailed case studies, from 1908-2011, gain insights from archival sources and site investigations into how historical narratives are sustained, challenged, or reclaimed. Essential for students and scholars of heritage preservation and professionals in cultural heritage management, this book offers critical understanding applicable to landmark restoration and interpretation globally.
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Red Threads: A History of the People’s Flag
0Uncover the potent history of the red flag, a global symbol of hope and resistance that has inspired millions. This compelling account traces the red flag’s lineage, from ancient origins to its rise as a banner of working-class power. Explore its triumphs, its makers, and its journeys across continents, reaching even the jungles of north-eastern India. Essential reading for history enthusiasts, political science students, and anyone fascinated by revolutionary symbols and their enduring impact on global movements. Discover the deep roots and evolving meanings of this iconic emblem of resistance.
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Redefining Family Law in India
0Discover a groundbreaking perspective on Family Law in India. This vital collection critically examines the discourse on Indian legal reforms, advocating for fairness and justice independent of religious personal law. It illuminates the artificiality of the public-private divide and proposes practical strategies to address power imbalances within the family. Delving into the rights of subordinated members, this book offers a roadmap for equitable change. Essential for judges, legislators, law reformers, women’s studies scholars, and policy analysts, it’s a must-read for anyone committed to achieving true family justice and advancing women’s rights in India.
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Reel World: An Anthropology of Creation
0Uncover the magic of Indian cinema’s creation process with Anand Pandian’s compelling study. Delve into the anthropological journey of Tamil films, tracing their path from the genesis of artistic ideas through production, marketing, and reception. This insightful book reveals how cinema actively recasts everyday experiences and shapes cultural landscapes across India. It’s a must-read for scholars of cultural anthropology, film enthusiasts, and anyone eager to understand the immersive power of filmmaking on modern Indian life and creativity.
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Reformers and War: American Progressive Publicists and the First World War
0Explore the critical intersection of idealism and conflict in this insightful historical analysis. Discover how leading American Progressive publicists grappled with the onset of the First World War. This book examines how figures associated with the American Progressive Era debated intervention, shaped public opinion, and re-evaluated their reform agendas amidst global upheaval. Offering a nuanced perspective, it challenges earlier views on progressive attitudes towards WWI and the movement’s subsequent trajectory. Essential reading for students of US history, political science, and intellectual history.
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Refugees in Europe, 1919-1959: A Forty Years’ Crisis?
0Explore Europe’s defining “forty years’ crisis” from 1919-1959 with this comprehensive history. Delving into recurrent refugee crises, this volume re-examines mid-20th century Europe, offering fresh perspectives on upheaval, suffering, and emerging international solutions. Understand the intricate links between migration, nationalism, and diplomacy during this pivotal era. Essential for Indian students and researchers of European history, international relations, and migration studies, this book provides an indispensable research guide and a profound overview of current scholarship. Grasp the historical forces that shaped post-war Europe and continue to resonate globally.
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Refugees, Human Rights and Realpolitik: The Clandestine Immigration of Jewish Refugees From Italy to Palestine, 1945-1948 (Routledge Studies in Modern European History)
0Uncover the complex post-WWII landscape of Jewish refugees’ clandestine immigration from Italy to Palestine (1945-1948). This pivotal study critically examines the clash between ‘Realpolitik’ and human rights, revealing how political strategy often overshadowed humanitarian needs. Delve into the intricate international dynamics and the struggle for refuge, essential for students of modern European history, international relations, and human rights. Gain profound insights into the era’s critical decisions and their enduring impact on global policy, making it a key resource for scholars and policy enthusiasts.
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Regional History of Medieval India: Society, Cultue and Economy
0Uncover the intricate regional histories of Medieval India, examining society, culture, and economy from the 12th to 18th centuries. This scholarly volume features diverse studies by leading Indian and international historians, including experts from Aligarh Muslim University. Delve into literary sources, state administration, socio-economic structures, art, architecture, and religious movements. Based on extensive research of contemporary sources, it offers a nuanced understanding essential for students, academics, and enthusiasts of Indian history seeking deep knowledge of this transformative period.
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Reinventing Social Democratic Development: Insights from Indian and Scandinavian Comparisons
0Explore the future of social democratic development with this groundbreaking comparative study of India and Scandinavia. Discover how innovative strategies are being reinvented to address global inequality and uneven development, particularly within the Global South. This essential volume offers vital insights for scholars, policymakers, and students keen on understanding contemporary Indian development and its political landscape. Gain a fresh perspective on adaptive governance and social progress, making it a must-read for anyone interested in development studies and South Asian socio-economic progress.
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Relations of Golconda in the Early Seventeenth Century (Hakluyt Society, Second Series)
0Journey back to 17th century India and uncover the economic heart of Golconda. This pivotal collection features original accounts by William Methwold and Antony Schorer, offering rare insights into Golconda’s thriving trade, its famed diamond markets, and early European commercial ventures. Explore the historical significance of this Deccan Sultanate hub and its interactions with the East India Company. Essential reading for scholars and enthusiasts of Indian economic history, colonial trade, and South Asian studies seeking authentic historical records.
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Relations Of Golkonda With Iran: Diplomacy, Ideas, And Commerce, 1518 1687
0Explore the rich tapestry of Golkonda’s engagement with Iran from 1518 to 1687. This seminal work delves into the intricate diplomacy, robust commerce, and flow of ideas that defined their unique Indo-Persian relations. Essential for students and scholars of Indian history, particularly the Deccan Sultanates, it offers crucial insights into political alliances, economic partnerships, and cultural exchanges shaping South Asia. A vital resource for understanding medieval trade routes and historical connections, it’s a must-read for anyone interested in the era.
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Religion and Gender in the Developing World: Faith-Based Organizations and Feminism in India (Library of Development Studies)
0Explore the intricate nexus of religion, gender, and feminism in India’s rural Rajasthan. This insightful study delves into the dual role of faith-based development organizations, examining how they empower women while also contributing to challenges in gender equality and domestic violence. Tamsin Bradley’s multidisciplinary approach, integrating development studies, gender studies, and social anthropology, offers a vital perspective on women’s lives and identities. Essential reading for students, researchers, and policymakers focused on Indian society, faith-based development, and gender dynamics.