Explore the profound impacts of colonial globalization on South Asia, examining the movement of knowledge, capital, and labor “from below.” This vital study focuses on the unique experiences in Sylhet, East Bengal, and Assam, detailing the tea industry’s rise, regional labor migration, and the crucial role of peasants, laborers, and women in India’s independence movement. It’s an essential read for understanding the intricate historical economic and social transformations shaping South Asia.