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Breadlines Knee-Deep in Wheat: Food Assistance in the Great Depression
0₹3,026.67Uncover the gripping paradox of widespread hunger during the Great Depression, despite abundant agricultural surplus. This seminal work meticulously chronicles the evolution of US food assistance, revealing how New Deal policies transformed relief for the poor into support for commercial farmers. Gain critical insights into how these formative years shaped subsequent food distribution programs and agricultural policy, offering vital lessons for understanding economic history and social welfare. Essential for students of history, economics, and public policy seeking a deep dive into crisis management and governmental impact.
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Breaking India: Western Interventions in Dravidian and Dalit Faultlines
0Original price was: ₹999.00.₹799.00Current price is: ₹799.00.Explore “Breaking India: Western Interventions in Dravidian and Dalit Faultlines” by Rajiv Malhotra at The Bookish Owl. This groundbreaking book uncovers the hidden agendas of Western organizations influencing Dravidian and Dalit identities in India. Based on five years of meticulous research, it exposes the money trails behind programs disguised as ‘education’ and ‘human rights’ initiatives. Discover how outdated racial theories fuel separatist movements and political unrest. “Breaking India” names key individuals and institutions involved, sparking a crucial debate about the true motives behind empowerment projects. A must-read for understanding the complexities of identity politics and foreign influence in India. Order your copy today!
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Brides, Mourners, Bacchae – Women`s Rituals in Roman Literature
0₹4,758.67Uncover the hidden power of women in ancient Rome through their sacred rites. This insightful exploration delves into the multifaceted roles of women in Roman society, examining their influence in weddings, mourning, and ecstatic rituals as depicted across diverse Latin poetry and prose. It reveals how these ritual practices were central to Roman authors’ understanding of female agency, identity, and self-expression. An essential read for students and scholars of classical studies, gender studies, and ancient history, offering a fresh feminist perspective on Roman literature and religion.
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Britain and Italy in the Era of the Great War: Defending and Forging Empires (Cambridge Military Histories)
0₹14,750.00Discover the intricate dynamics of the Great War era with this essential reassessment of British and Italian grand strategies. Explore how Anglo-Italian relations shaped the Entente’s approach to imperial defence and expansion during World War 1. Marcuzzi’s work delves into war aims, strategy, and peace-making, illuminating the complex shifts from friendship to competition. This book is a vital resource for students of military history, international relations, and global conflicts in India eager to understand the period’s diplomatic nuances.
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Britain as a Military Power 1688-1815
0₹7,670.00Explore the dramatic evolution of British military power from vulnerability in 1688 to global dominance by 1815. Jeremy Black masterfully charts Britain’s rise, detailing the land and naval strategies, military advancements, and organizational shifts that forged its vast empire. This essential read for Indian students, history enthusiasts, and civil services aspirants provides critical insights into 18th-century warfare and imperial expansion. Discover the forces that defined a superpower and its lasting impact.
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Britain`s Imperial Muse: The Classics, Imperialism, and the Indian Empire, 1784-1914 (Britain and the World)
0₹6,999.00Uncover how classical literature became a powerful tool for British imperialism in India. This insightful study reveals the pivotal role of ancient Greek and Roman texts in shaping justifications for colonial rule and the British experience in India from 1784 to 1914. Explore how these foundational works provided a cultural and rhetorical arsenal to legitimize conquest and dominance. An essential read for students of Indian history, colonial studies, and anyone interested in the enduring influence of classical thought on global power dynamics.
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Britain’s Pacification of Palestine: The British Army, the Colonial State, and the Arab Revolt, 1936–1939 (Cambridge Military Histories)
0₹5,308.82Uncover the strategic brilliance behind the British Army’s methods for suppressing colonial rebellion during Palestine’s Arab Revolt (1936-1939). This definitive military history details how the Army drew upon extensive pacification experience and established an emergency colonial state. Explore their effective use of ‘lawfare,’ emergency legislation, and kinetic operations, including search and destroy missions, collective punishment, and demolitions. This essential military history offers profound insights into colonial statecraft and conflict resolution. A must-read for students of military strategy, Middle Eastern history, and colonial studies worldwide.
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BRITANNIAS DAUGHTERS: Women of the British Empire
0₹1,062.00Explore the extraordinary lives of women who shaped the British Empire. Joanna Trollope vividly portrays the diverse women – from pioneers and missionaries to nurses and governors’ wives – whose courage and endurance were pivotal. Gain a profound understanding of their resilience across continents, including crucial roles in colonial India. Essential for history buffs and those keen to understand women’s impact on colonial eras.
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British Houses in Late Mughal Delhi: 15 (Worlds of the East India Company)
0₹7,670.00Uncover the fascinating architecture and societal shifts in colonial Delhi. This book delves into the domestic lives of East India Company officials during the Late Mughal period, revealing how their houses mirrored complex cultural negotiations and power dynamics. Explore the adaptations and contradictions within British colonial dwellings, offering profound insights into the interrelationship between British authority and the fading Mughal polity. Essential for students of Indian history, architecture, and colonial studies, this work illuminates the personal and professional lives of the British in India.
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British Naval Power in the East 1794-1805: The Command of Admiral Peter Rainier
0₹7,670.00Explore the critical era of British naval power in the East, 1794-1805. This gripping account unveils Admiral Peter Rainier’s masterful command of the Indian Ocean, a vital theatre against French ambitions and colonial expansion. Discover the immense challenges Rainier navigated – vast distances, complex diplomacy, and resource management – to secure British interests and the invaluable East India Company routes. Understand how his strategic foresight and co-operation enhanced Britain’s maritime dominance and shaped India’s future. A must-read for historians, naval buffs, and students of colonial Indian history.
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British Prisoners of War in First World War Germany: 49 (Studies in the Social and Cultural History of Modern Warfare, Series Number 49)
0₹8,260.00Discover the untold stories of British Prisoners of War during the First World War. Oliver Wilkinson’s rigorous research illuminates the profound psychological and physical challenges faced by over 185,000 servicemen held captive in German POW camps. This essential WWI history details their resilience, coping mechanisms, and acts of resistance amidst harsh regimes and deprivation. Ideal for students of military history, World War I enthusiasts, and academic libraries seeking deep insights into wartime captivity and the human spirit.
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Buddhism Observed: Travellers, Exiles and Tibetan Dharma in Kathmandu (Anthropology of Asia)
0₹14,750.00Explore the spiritual heart of Kathmandu with this insightful anthropological study. Discover the dynamic encounters between Western travellers, Tibetan exiles, and the practice of Tibetan Buddhism in Bodhanath. Delve into the complexities of religious identity, cultural exchange, and the evolution of dharma in a region vital to Asian spiritual traditions. An essential read for enthusiasts of Buddhism, cultural studies, and transformative journeys across the Himalayas.
