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Indo-Burma Frontier and the Making of the Chin Hills: Empire and Resistance
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Indo-Persian Elite in the Late Eighteenth to the Early Nineteenth Century
0₹3,695.00Explore the vibrant intellectual world of India’s Indo-Persian elite during a pivotal era of change. This deep dive illuminates the literary engagements of scholars from the late Mughal decline to early British colonial ascendancy. Discover how Indian intellectuals navigated Orientalist traditions and shaped discourse. The book examines British fascination with poets like Hāfiz Shīrāzi, the enduring legacy of Amīr Khusraw Dehlavī, and analyses fascinating travelogues offering unique insights into 19th-century Britain through an Indian lens. Essential reading for students and scholars of South Asian history, literary studies, and cultural transitions in India.
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Industrial Heritage Tourism: 43 (Tourism and Cultural Change)
0Original price was: ₹11,794.10.₹11,794.00Current price is: ₹11,794.00.Discover the dynamic potential of industrial heritage tourism and its impact on the creative economy. This essential study delves into the complex relationship between historical industrial sites and modern tourism, highlighting opportunities for socio-economic growth and cultural revitalisation. It offers valuable insights for tourism researchers, heritage managers, cultural policymakers, and students interested in innovative heritage development. Explore global strategies relevant to understanding and transforming India’s own industrial past into vibrant tourist destinations.
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Infectious Disease in India, 1892-1940: Policy-Making and the Perception of Risk
0₹1,995.00Dive into the critical history of infectious disease policy-making in colonial India. This insightful analysis examines how cholera, plague, and malaria were managed between 1892 and 1940. It reveals the complex interplay of global perceptions, imperial governance, trade, medical technology, and cultural norms in shaping public health strategies. Understand the evolving landscape of epidemiological risk and its impact on Indian society. Essential reading for historians, public health professionals, and students of colonial and medical history in India.
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Inheritance of Empire: Britain, India, and the Balance of Power in Asia, 1938-55
0Original price was: ₹10,214.47.₹10,214.00Current price is: ₹10,214.00.Explore the pivotal moments shaping post-war India’s rise as a major Asian power. This compelling history details Britain’s strategic investment in India’s defence infrastructure from WWII through Partition, analysing its profound impact on the Asian balance of power. Understand how Indian independence and the legacy of empire influenced decolonisation and the early Cold War in Asia. An essential read for students of Indian history, international relations, and South Asian geopolitics, revealing India’s crucial post-war role.
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Insects
0₹2,396.00Unlock the foundational science of entomology with this classic exploration of insect life. Delve into the intricate world of arthropods, their classification, anatomy, and ecological significance. This seminal work offers deep insights into the biological wonders that shape our planet’s ecosystems. Essential reading for students of biology, aspiring entomologists, and all nature enthusiasts in India seeking a comprehensive understanding of the insect kingdom. Discover the enduring legacy of scientific discovery.
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Inside the Vicious Heart: Americans and the Liberation of Nazi Concentration Camps: Americans and the Liberation of the Nazi Concentration Camps
0₹1,727.67Explore the defining moments of WWII liberation through gripping personal accounts. Discover how American soldiers confronting Nazi concentration camps, like Buchenwald and Dachau, reshaped the Western understanding of evil. This compelling history brings the shock of liberation to life using diaries, letters, and photographs from liberators and eyewitnesses, including Eisenhower. Essential for history students and WWII enthusiasts in India, it offers deep insights into pivotal moments and the enduring human experience of war. Understand the raw truth behind the end of unimaginable atrocities.
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Institutions and Ideologies: A SOAS South Asia Reader: 10 (Collected Papers on South Asia, 10)
0₹1,595.00Explore the intricate tapestry of South Asian studies with this essential academic reader, focusing on the critical interplay of institutions and ideologies. Delve into the historical evolution and contemporary dynamics shaping political thought, social structures, and religious perspectives across India and its neighbours. This collection offers a vital, multidisciplinary analysis, bridging past, present, and future insights crucial for a comprehensive understanding of the region. A must-read for students and researchers engaged with Indian history, socio-political analysis, and academic discourse in South Asia.
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International Capital Markets and American Economic Growth 1820-1914
0₹5,310.00Explore the engine of America’s industrial transformation! This definitive study delves into international capital markets and American economic growth between 1820 and 1914. Discover the profound impact of foreign investment on US development and American overseas ventures, backed by quantitative estimates. Analyse the intricate evolution of domestic financial markets during this pivotal era. Essential reading for economic historians, finance professionals, and students of global economic development seeking deep insights into capital flows and investment strategies.
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International History of the Twentieth Century and Beyond
0₹4,128.82Master 20th Century Global History with this authoritative guide. Essential for Indian students and history enthusiasts, it offers a comprehensive overview of international relations, tracing global political, economic, and cultural shifts across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Updated with recent developments, including the rise of China and geopolitical tensions, it provides a seamless, thematic account. This is a must-read for undergraduate students and those preparing for competitive exams seeking a deep understanding of world history and contemporary global dynamics.
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Internment during the Second World War: A Comparative Study of Great Britain and the USA
0₹4,010.82Delve into the often-overlooked human cost of the Second World War with this insightful comparative study. Discover the contrasting wartime internment experiences of ‘enemy aliens’ in Great Britain and the USA, focusing on the personal journeys of refugees and children caught in conflict. This vital research examines the denial of rights and the profound impact of forced displacement, offering crucial lessons on human rights and democracy. Essential for students of history, political science, and global conflict.
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Interpreting the Self: Autobiography in the Arabic Literary Tradition
0₹5,196.00Uncover the vibrant, expansive world of Arabic autobiography, a rich literary tradition long underestimated. This seminal work meticulously details nearly a hundred autobiographical texts from the 9th to 19th centuries, revealing diverse voices of self-representation across the Arab world. Dive into thirteen insightful translated selections, accompanied by expert introductions and a comprehensive bibliography. Offering a crucial cross-cultural perspective, this book is an indispensable resource for researchers, students of comparative literature, Middle Eastern studies, and anyone passionate about global literary heritage.
