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Conflict Over Convoys: Anglo-American Logistics Diplomacy in the Second World War
0₹8,260.00Explore the critical Anglo-American logistics diplomacy during World War II’s intense Battle of the Atlantic. Kevin Smith’s definitive study reveals the complex tensions born from Britain’s vital reliance on American shipping. Delve into Allied strategy, British industrial transformation, and America’s seismic rise to global influence. Essential reading for students of military history, WWII enthusiasts, and scholars of international wartime relations.
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Conflict, Community and the State in Late Imperial Sichuan: Making Local Justice
0₹17,110.00Explore the complexities of local justice and community ordering in late imperial China. This insightful book examines the role of everyday violence and dispute resolution within the Qing dynasty, using over 350 legal cases from Sichuan. It reveals how informal authority shaped daily life, often distinct from the state’s legal system. A vital resource for Indian students and scholars specializing in Chinese history, Asian history, and legal studies, offering a crucial non-elite perspective on power and societal structures.
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Confucius: The Sage Reformer and Visionary of China
0₹2,500.00Discover the profound philosophies of China’s foremost thinker, Confucius, through a unique Indian lens. Esteemed Delhi University professor Kashi Ram Sharma brings you closer to the Sage Reformer and Visionary of China, exploring his foundational teachings on ethics and governance. This insightful work delves into Analects and other key texts, reinterpreting them from an Indic viewpoint – a perspective historically absent in India. Essential reading for scholars, students of East Asian studies, and anyone fascinated by the intersection of Indian and Chinese thought. Understand a pillar of world civilization with fresh insights for the Indian reader.
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Consecration Rituals in South Asia
0₹1,995.00Uncover the sacred science behind transforming stone into the divine with Consecration Rituals in South Asia. This vital study explores the intricate pranapratishtha rituals central to infusing temple images with life across Shaiva, Vaishnava, Buddhist, and Jain traditions in India. Delve into detailed textual analyses and contemporary ethnographic accounts revealing how sculptures become living receptacles of deities. Essential for scholars, students of religious studies, and anyone fascinated by the depth of Indian religious practices and temple consecration.
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Conservation of Churches in Goa
0₹3,145.00Discover the exquisite Indo-Portuguese Baroque architectural heritage of Goa, a testament to India’s rich colonial past. This insightful guide explores the history and significance of Goa’s iconic churches, from the Basilica of Bom Jesus to the Se Cathedral. Delve into their architectural evolution, the challenges of preservation, and the critical conservation efforts undertaken since 1962. Featuring numerous illustrations, this book is essential reading for historians, architects, heritage enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by India’s cultural landmarks and their careful restoration.
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Conservative Politics in National and Imperial Crisis: Letters from Britain to the Viceroy of India 1926-31
0₹18,880.00Uncover critical insights into the twilight of the British Raj through direct correspondence to Viceroy Lord Irwin. This collection of letters from leading British Conservatives offers an unparalleled look at the intricate political maneuvering and anxieties shaping policy towards India between 1926-1931. Delve into the heart of the imperial crisis and understand the domestic political landscape that influenced British India. Essential reading for students of Indian history, political science enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the British colonial era and its internal dynamics.
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Conservatives and the Constitution: Imagining Constitutional Restoration in the Heyday of American Liberalism (Cambridge Studies on the American Constitution)
0₹3,658.00Explore the rich history of American constitutional thought and postwar conservatism. This essential analysis delves into the tradition of constitutional restoration, challenging conventional narratives of originalism versus living constitutionalism. Understand the developmental nature of constitutional conservatism and the deep stories shaping political discourse. Gaining clarity on both sides of opposition, this book is crucial for students of political science, law, and history, and anyone keen on nuanced insights into American political theory and legal history.
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Constitution, Government & Politics in India: Evolution & Present Structure
0₹1,576.00Gain a profound understanding of India’s governance with this essential guide to its constitutional framework. It meticulously explores the evolution and present structure of the Indian Constitution, government, and political system. Delve into the intricacies of India’s federal structure, the crucial division of powers between the Centre and states, and the dynamic forces shaping Indian democracy. A must-read for students of political science, law, and anyone seeking comprehensive insights into Indian government and politics.
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Constraining Dictatorship: From Personalized Rule to Institutionalized Regimes (Political Economy of Institutions and Decisions)
0₹4,010.82Uncover the secrets of autocratic stability and how dictatorships transition from personalized rule to institutionalized regimes. Anne Meng’s groundbreaking research offers a deep dive into the political economy of leadership constraints. Explore how constitutional limits, succession procedures, and elite power-sharing truly impact autocratic durability. Discover how institutions effectively limit leaders by granting elites access to the state, leading to longer tenures for those who institutionalize. Drawing on extensive data, formal theory, and case studies, this book reveals crucial insights into regime evolution. Essential reading for students of political science, governance, and comparative politics in India.
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Constructing Ottoman Beneficence: An Imperial Soup Kitchen in Jerusalem (SUNY series in Near Eastern Studies)
0Original price was: ₹2,853.47.₹2,853.00Current price is: ₹2,853.00.Uncover the intricate world of Ottoman imperial kitchens in Jerusalem with this compelling historical study. Amy Singer’s research illuminates the political, social, and cultural significance of these vital charitable endowments (waqf), revealing how they acted as instruments of imperial policy and community integration. Examine the celebrated imaret of Hasseki Hurrem Sultan as a prime example, linking Ottoman governance with local Palestinian economies and benefaction. Essential for students and scholars of Middle Eastern history, Islamic studies, and anyone fascinated by the enduring impact of imperial beneficence. A deep dive into Ottoman history and the sociology of charity.
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Constructs For Understanding Japan (Japanese Studies)
0₹17,700.00Explore nuanced perspectives on Japanese society with this crucial academic resource. Challenging conventional ‘group models,’ this volume presents innovative conceptualizations and critical methodological approaches for understanding Japan, stemming from an international colloquium. It’s essential for sociology students, researchers, and Asian studies enthusiasts in India seeking deeper insights into Japanology and comparative sociological analysis. Discover new ways to analyze complex social structures. Perfect for academic libraries and dedicated scholars.
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Consumption and Everyday Life (Second Edition)
0₹4,718.82Explore the intricate world of consumer culture and its impact on everyday life. This insightful text offers a perceptive account of key theories, illuminating them with relatable case studies. Gain a comprehensive understanding drawing from sociology, cultural studies, geography, and anthropology, and discover how diverse perspectives like semiotics and psychoanalysis apply. Essential for students and academics in India, this revised edition provides extended discussions on sustainability, globalization, gender, and the critical ethics of consumption, making it a must-read for understanding contemporary society.
