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Elections in the French Revolution: An Apprenticeship in Democracy, 1789-1799
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Elizabeth I
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Embers of Empire in Brexit Britain
0Original price was: ₹2,856.01.₹2,284.81Current price is: ₹2,284.81.Uncover the profound and often contentious legacy of the British Empire in contemporary Britain. This critical examination explores how memories of imperial rule continue to shape post-Brexit identity and political discourse. Delve into key debates surrounding colonialism’s aftereffects, from public monuments to national identity crises and immigration. A vital resource for scholars and readers interested in the deep impact of the imperial past on Britain’s present and future, particularly its relationship with the post-colonial world.
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Emotions and Migration in Argentina at the Turn of the 20th Century (History of Emotions)
0Original price was: ₹10,714.50.₹8,571.60Current price is: ₹8,571.60.Delve into the profound emotional lives shaping migration history in 20th-century Argentina. This insightful study meticulously examines the hidden struggles of transnational families, revealing how distance and cultural shifts tested marital bonds with loneliness, infidelity, and betrayal. Through gripping case studies of Italian and Spanish migrants, explore the complex emotional landscapes of obligation, sacrifice, and societal pressures. Essential for students of history, sociology, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the human cost behind grand historical movements. Discover intimate stories from a pivotal era.
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Emperor of the Five Rivers: The Life and Times of Maharaja Ranjit Singh
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Empire And Ecology In The Bengal Delta
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Empire and Gunpowder: Military Industrialisation and Ascendancy of the East India Company in India, 1757–1856 (War and Society in South Asia)
0Original price was: ₹1,295.00.₹1,036.00Current price is: ₹1,036.00.Uncover the military industrialisation that propelled the East India Company’s ascendancy in India. This insightful study meticulously examines the critical role of gunpowder and sophisticated warfare from 1757 to 1856. Explore how the Company’s standardised manufacturing and efficient bureaucracy provided an edge over Indian polities, contrasting their approach to innovation. Drawing on extensive archives from India and the UK, this book offers a vital perspective on the British Empire’s rise in South Asia. Essential for students and researchers of Indian history, military history, and South Asian studies.
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Empire and Political Cultures in the Roman World (Key Themes in Ancient History)
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Empire and Tribe in the Afghan Frontier Region: Custom, Conflict and British Strategy in Waziristan Until 1947 (Library of Middle East History)
0Original price was: ₹13,095.50.₹10,476.40Current price is: ₹10,476.40.Explore the turbulent history of the Afghan Frontier region, focusing on Waziristan during British India’s era. This essential volume delves into the complex interplay of Pashtun tribal customs, persistent conflict, and strategic British policy that defined colonial India’s northwestern border. Essential for students of South Asian history, international relations, and geopolitical studies, it illuminates the enduring challenges of governance and regional stability. Gain critical insights into a pivotal period that continues to influence modern geopolitics.
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Empire Families: Britons and Late Imperial India
0Original price was: ₹12,015.00.₹9,612.00Current price is: ₹9,612.00.Uncover the fascinating lives of Britons in late imperial India. This insightful study delves into how British families built generational ties to India while serving the Raj. Explore the unique realities of colonial family life, the emotional journeys of children separated from parents, and the distinct cultural identities forged through constant travel between Britain and India. Essential reading for students and enthusiasts of Indian history, colonial studies, and the intricate personal experiences of life in the Raj. Discover the ‘permanent impermanence’ that defined an era.
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Empire of Influence: The East India Company and the Making of Indirect Rule
0Original price was: ₹3,495.00.₹2,796.00Current price is: ₹2,796.00.Uncover the complex 19th-century foundations of indirect rule in India with this definitive account of the East India Company. Explore the contentious tactics, internal disputes, and the crucial role of Indian agency in shaping colonial influence. This vital study reveals the experimental nature of early Company rule, detailing how intelligence, diplomacy, and coercion were employed, and how these were resisted and reshaped by Indians. Essential for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of British India, Company rule, and the intricate origins of historical power dynamics.
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Empire, Education, and Indigenous Childhoods: Nineteenth-Century Missionary Infant Schools in Three British Colonies (Studies in Childhood, 1700 to the Present)
0Original price was: ₹17,857.50.₹14,286.00Current price is: ₹14,286.00.Delve into the critical history of education in British India with this insightful study. Baljit Kaur’s meticulous archival research examines the role of 19th-century missionary infant schools in shaping indigenous childhoods across the British Empire. Discover the shared and unique experiences faced by young learners in New Zealand, Upper Canada, and crucially, British-controlled India. This book is essential for scholars of colonial history, educational studies, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of India’s past educational landscape and the lasting impact of imperial policies on young minds. A vital addition to any history collection.
