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Women in Buddhist Literature
0Original price was: ₹600.00.₹390.00Current price is: ₹390.00.Explore the pivotal roles and diverse experiences of women throughout Buddhist history with “Women in Buddhist Literature.” This insightful volume, available at The Bookish Owl, delves into ancient texts to uncover the contributions of nuns, laywomen, and influential female figures. Discover their spiritual journeys, challenges, and the profound impact they had on the development and dissemination of Buddhist philosophy. Perfect for scholars, practitioners, and anyone interested in gender studies and religious history, this book offers a compelling narrative of female empowerment and spiritual wisdom. Enhance your understanding of Buddhist traditions with this essential read.
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Women in Colonial India: Historical Documents and Sources (Set of 5 Vols.)
0Original price was: ₹141,142.50.₹141,142.50Current price is: ₹141,142.50.Access vital historical documents on Women in Colonial India. This essential 5-volume collection provides rare archival materials crucial for understanding Indian imperial history and women’s studies in India. Delve into primary sources covering critical gender issues like ‘the woman question,’ female infanticide, marriage, and education during India’s colonial era. Ideal for scholars, researchers, and students of Indian women’s history, this set offers direct access to original texts with expert context. A definitive resource for exploring India’s colonial past and gender dynamics.
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Women Of India
0Original price was: ₹490.00.₹367.50Current price is: ₹367.50.Explore the multifaceted lives of Indian women with “Women of India.” This insightful book delves into various aspects of their existence, from societal roles and marriage traditions to the lives of women across different social strata, including the aristocracy, middle classes, and working and aboriginal communities. Discover chapters on “As They Are,” “Marriage In India,” “The Hindu Woman In Marriage,” “The Ladies of The Aristocracy,” “The Middle Classes,” “The Working And Aboriginal Classes,” “The Dancing Girl,” “Woman’s Dress,” and “The Moving Finger.” Perfect for readers interested in Indian culture, sociology, and women’s studies, this book offers a comprehensive look at the evolving landscape of womanhood in India. Get your copy today from The Bookish Owl!
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Women of the Commonwealth: Work, Family, and Social Change in Nineteenth-Century Massachusetts
0Original price was: ₹2,220.55.₹1,776.44Current price is: ₹1,776.44.Explore the multifaceted lives of women in 19th-century Massachusetts with this insightful collection of ten essays. “Women of the Commonwealth” delves into critical sociological topics within women’s history, examining the intricate interplay of gender, race, ethnicity, and class. Discover how these dynamics shaped relationships in both the labor market and the family, offering a nuanced understanding of social change during this pivotal era. This compelling study, perfect for history enthusiasts and academics alike, provides a rich exploration of women’s experiences and contributions. Uncover the complexities of work, family, and societal evolution in this essential addition to “The Bookish Owl’s” history section.
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Women Photograph: What We See
0Original price was: ₹1,650.00.₹1,204.50Current price is: ₹1,204.50.Discover a groundbreaking perspective with ‘Women Photograph: What We See’, a powerful collection showcasing 100 women and nonbinary photojournalists. Addressing the historical male dominance in photojournalism, this essential book challenges the ‘photographic truth’ by revealing how female and nonbinary visual storytellers document our world. Featuring 50 years of impactful dispatches, from major historical events like 9/11 to intimate portrayals of underrepresented communities, each photograph is accompanied by the photographer’s personal insights. ‘Women Photograph: What We See’ offers a vital, revisionist history and a more representative view of global society. Elevate your understanding of visual storytelling and see the world through a diverse lens with this essential addition to your collection from The Bookish Owl.
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Women Speak Nation
0Original price was: ₹1,295.00.₹1,036.00Current price is: ₹1,036.00.Explore the intricate relationship between gender and nationalism with ‘Women Speak Nation,’ a vital read for understanding modern feminist theory and politics. This compelling book delves into how gender shapes national identity, challenging traditional depictions of the nation as solely Hindu, upper-caste, middle-class, heterosexual, or able-bodied. Through insightful essays and powerful interviews with activists, ‘Women Speak Nation’ offers a fresh perspective and an alternative reimagining of national belonging. Essential for scholars and enthusiasts of gender studies, politics, South Asian history, and cultural studies, this book from The Bookish Owl will enrich your understanding of contemporary societal formations and the voices that define them.
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Women Warriors and National Heroes: Global Histories
0Original price was: ₹799.00.₹639.20Current price is: ₹639.20.Discover ‘Women Warriors and National Heroes: Global Histories,’ a groundbreaking exploration of female figures in global nation-building. This intellectually innovative volume, available open access, delves into the stories of women warriors and hero cults from the early modern period across diverse cultures. From Joan of Arc in Cairo to Samurai revenging daughters and WWII Chinese spies, the book examines themes of violence, gender fluidity, memory, and national identity. Authors critically analyze how these real or imagined female figures were constructed and deployed in various national and transnational contexts. Explore the creation of women’s stories, the concept of the ‘violent woman,’ gendered interpretations, and the enduring legacies of female fighters. This is the first truly global study of its kind, offering a critical edge to the history of women as military actors and their strategic use in national narratives. Enhance your understanding of gender politics and history with this essential read from The Bookish Owl.
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Women Warriors and National Heroes: Global Histories (Criminal Practice)
0₹9,524.00Explore the pivotal roles of women warriors and national heroes in compelling global histories. This essential volume examines diverse cultures and eras, from Samurai Japan to WWII China, uncovering female fighters, gender fluidity, and their impact on nation-building. Learn how real and imagined women shaped national narratives and challenged historical gender politics. It’s a crucial read for history enthusiasts, gender studies students, and scholars interested in women’s contributions to world history.
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Women Who Ruled the World: 5000 Years of Female Monarchy
0Original price was: ₹1,699.00.₹1,274.25Current price is: ₹1,274.25.Explore 5000 years of extraordinary female leadership in “Women Who Ruled the World: 5000 Years of Female Monarchy.” This captivating book from The Bookish Owl unveils the compelling stories of queens who defied convention and seized power in a world that preferred male rulers. Discover remarkable women, from ancient pharaohs like Cleopatra and Hatshepsut to legendary figures like Boudicca and Catherine the Great, and lesser-known monarchs from Egypt to Japan, Georgia to Hawaii. “Women Who Ruled the World” is a groundbreaking historical journey, showcasing the resilience, ambition, and impact of female monarchs throughout history. Perfect for history enthusiasts seeking tales of power, courage, and an often-overlooked aspect of global leadership.
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Women, Islam and Familial Intimacy in Colonial South Asia: 1 (Perspectives on Islamicate South Asia, 1)
0Original price was: ₹11,449.65.₹9,159.72Current price is: ₹9,159.72.Explore the intricate world of Muslim feminism in colonial South Asia with ‘Women, Islam and Familial Intimacy’. This insightful volume delves into how women navigated the complex landscape of nationalism and reform, shaping crucial debates on family, morality, and societal structures. Discover the profound impact of their voices on the understanding of Islamicate South Asia. A must-read for scholars and enthusiasts interested in gender studies, Islamic history, and the socio-political dynamics of a pivotal era. Uncover the hidden narratives of women who redefined tradition and challenged conventions within their communities. This book offers a unique perspective on intimacy and identity.
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Women, Mobility and Incarceration: Love and Recasting of Self across the Bangladesh-India Border
0Original price was: ₹695.00.₹556.00Current price is: ₹556.00.Delve into the complex realities of ‘Women, Mobility and Incarceration’ by exploring the experiences of Bangladeshi women crossing the India-Bangladesh border and facing imprisonment. This insightful book, rooted in original fieldwork, examines their understanding of borders, state sovereignty, and the profound socio-cultural adjustments within Indian correctional homes. Discover how these women challenge conservative norms, religious expectations, and patriarchal structures through their actions and decisions. The study highlights their negotiations with political and social borders, their coping mechanisms during incarceration, and their feelings about returning home. Essential reading for scholars of criminology, sociology, penology, women’s studies, and migration.
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Women, Warfare and Representation: American Servicewomen in the Twentieth Century (War, Culture and Society)
0Original price was: ₹3,553.65.₹3,553.65Current price is: ₹3,553.65.Explore the critical representation of American servicewomen across the 20th century in this comprehensive study. Delve into how societal sex-role expectations influenced women’s evolving military participation and their depiction in warfare. Using an interdisciplinary approach, the book analyzes military history, theory, and social psychology to chart this transformative journey. Gain unique insights through comparative case studies, examining how women’s integration into armed forces differs globally, including Britain, Canada, and Israel. An essential read for anyone interested in military history, gender studies, and understanding the global dynamics of servicewomen’s roles.
