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Other Side of the Lantern
0Original price was: ₹880.00.₹660.00Current price is: ₹660.00.Embark on a captivating global adventure with ‘The Other Side of the Lantern: An Account Of A Common Place Tour Round The World’. This insightful book from Gyan Publishing House invites readers to experience a unique journey around the globe, offering a fresh perspective on familiar destinations. Perfect for armchair travelers and avid explorers alike, this 520-page English language paperback, published on January 1, 2020, provides vivid descriptions and personal reflections. Discover the world through the eyes of the author and add this compelling travelogue to your collection at The Bookish Owl. Ideal for those seeking inspiration and a deeper understanding of our planet’s wonders. Get your copy today!
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Other Sikhs
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OTTOMAN LITERATURE: THE POETS AND POETRY OF TURKEY
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Our Boys in India [Hardcover]
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Our Camp in Turkey, And the Way to It [Hardcover]
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Our Colonies and India: How we Got Them, Why we Keep Them
0Original price was: ₹240.00.₹180.00Current price is: ₹180.00.A historical examination of British colonial expansion and territorial acquisitions. Cyril Ransome explores the motivations behind imperial expansion and the rationales used to justify maintaining colonial territories.
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Our Colonies and India: How we Got Them, Why we Keep Them [Hardcover]
0Original price was: ₹475.00.₹309.00Current price is: ₹309.00.A historical examination of British colonial expansion and the rationale behind maintaining imperial territories. Cyril Ransome explores how Britain acquired its colonies and the strategic importance of India within the Empire.
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Our Deep Past: Personalities & Themes in Indian Heritage Studies (Set of 2 volumes) – Volume 1: Personalities; Volume 2: Themes
0Original price was: ₹5,900.00.₹4,425.00Current price is: ₹4,425.00.Delve into the rich tapestry of India’s heritage with “Our Deep Past: Personalities & Themes in Indian Heritage Studies,” a compelling two-volume set from The Bookish Owl. Volume 1 honors the monumental contributions of pioneering scholars, both Indian and European, who shaped our understanding of ancient India, including figures like Rajendralala Mitra and Irawati Karve. Volume 2 explores vital themes such as periodization, social-economic perspectives, and the anthropological role of archaeology. This comprehensive study, authored by esteemed Professor K. Paddayya, revitalizes ancient Indian studies, offering fresh perspectives and identifying new avenues for research. Discover the foundations of India’s deep past and its enduring legacy.
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Our Faithful Ally, the Nizam: Being an Historical Sketch of Events, Showing the Value of the Nizam’s Alliance to the British Government in
0Original price was: ₹1,000.00.₹750.00Current price is: ₹750.00.Discover the crucial role of the Nizam as a pivotal ally to the British Government in shaping India’s history. This detailed historical examination of the Deccan offers a compelling look at the strategic alliance with the Nizam’s Hyderabad, highlighting his vital contributions to regional stability. Explore the era’s political complexities, administrative hurdles, and the Nizam’s significant services during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Essential reading for anyone passionate about Indian history, colonial studies, and the intricate alliances that defined a nation.
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Our Great Vassal Empire
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Our Great Vassal Empire [Hardcover]
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Our History, Their History, Whose Histor
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