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Mohenjo-Daro And The Indus Civilization Volume 3 Vols. Set [Hardcover]
0Original price was: ₹7,750.00.₹5,037.50Current price is: ₹5,037.50.Explore the mysteries of an ancient world with “Mohenjo-Daro And The Indus Civilization” 3-Volume Set. This comprehensive hardcover edition, published by Gyan Publishing House, offers an in-depth look into one of history’s most fascinating urban cultures. Ideal for readers aged 12 and up, this extensive 1107-page work delves into the archaeology, society, and enduring legacy of the Indus Valley Civilization. Discover the intricacies of Mohenjo-Daro and its contemporaries through detailed analysis and rich historical insights. Perfect for history enthusiasts and students seeking a foundational understanding of early South Asian civilizations. Available now at The Bookish Owl for your academic and personal enrichment.
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Momin Movement and Ansari Community: Saga of Stuggle and Sacrifice Durings India’s Freedom Movements
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Monks and Laymen in Byzantium 843-1118
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Monks, Spies and a Soldier of Fortune: The Japanese in Tibet
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Monsters and Revolutionaries: Colonial Family Romance and Metissage
0₹5,336.44Explore the deep-seated impact of colonialism on identity and family with “Monsters and Revolutionaries.” Scholar Françoise Verges dissects the complex ‘colonial family romance’ and the concept of ‘metissage’ in French-ruled Reunion Island. This incisive analysis reveals how power dynamics, racial ideologies, and intimate relationships forged colonial societies in the Indian Ocean. Essential reading for students and researchers in post-colonial studies, cultural history, and anyone seeking to understand the pervasive legacies of empire. Uncover the intimate politics that shaped generations.
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Monumental Matters: The Power, Subjectivity, and Space of India's Mughal Architecture
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Monumental Remains of the Dutch East India Company in the Presidency of Madras
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Monumental Remains of the Dutch East India Company in the Presidency of Madras
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Monuments Power and Poverty in India: From Ashoka to the Raj (International Library of Colonial History, 19)
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Moral Economies of Money
0Original price was: ₹2,520.00.₹1,890.00Current price is: ₹1,890.00.Explore the hidden history of money in “Moral Economies of Money” by Jakob Feinig, available at The Bookish Owl. Discover how Americans once asserted their right to shape money creation, a practice largely forgotten today. Feinig traces the evolving relationship between money users and governments from colonial America to the modern US, revealing how popular movements influenced monetary institutions and faced opposition. This insightful book illuminates the concept of ‘moral economies of money’ versus ‘monetary silencing,’ offering a vital historical perspective on money creation and public knowledge. Understand the context behind Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) and the forces that disconnected people from understanding how money is made. Essential reading for historians, sociologists, anthropologists, and anyone interested in monetary activism and the past,historical roots of our financial systems.
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Mountain Temples and Temple Mountains: Architecture, Religion, and Nature in the Central Himalayas (Global South Asia)
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Mughal Occidentalism: Artistic Encounters between Europe and Asia at the Courts of India 1580-1630
0Original price was: ₹3,995.00.₹2,796.50Current price is: ₹2,796.50.Discover ‘Mughal Occidentalism: Artistic Encounters between Europe and Asia at the Courts of India 1580-1630’ by Mika Natif. This captivating book explores how Mughal artists, from 1580-1630, creatively integrated European art and techniques into their own traditions. Through meticulous analysis of visual and textual evidence, Natif reveals how Mughal artisans skillfully adapted Christian and Renaissance styles to depict Persian literature, imperial ideology, and dynastic history. Examine richly illustrated manuscripts and albums showcasing the strategic adoption of European motifs in landscape, portraiture, and object representation. ‘Mughal Occidentalism’ offers a vital perspective on cross-cultural dialogue, highlighting the ingenuity and agency of artists working under Emperors Akbar and Jahangir. A must-read for art history enthusiasts.