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Moral Languages from Colonial Punjab
23Explore 19th-century Punjab’s moral landscape in “Moral Languages from Colonial Punjab.” Bob van der Linden’s insightful study delves into the Singh Sabhas (Sikh), Arya Samaj (Hindu), and Ahmadiya (Muslim) movements. Discover how these groups shaped religious and social reform in colonial India. ISBN: 9788173047596
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Music and Empire in Britain and India: Identity, Internationalism, and Cross-Cultural Communication (Palgrave Studies in Cultural and Intellectual History)
0Discover the compelling connection between music and empire in shaping Indian and British identities. This academic exploration delves into the crucial 1880-1940 period, highlighting music’s essential role in cross-cultural communication. Uncover how imperial perspectives influenced the development of “classical” music institutions in India, detailing shared and divergent rational, moral, and aesthetic foundations. An indispensable read for anyone interested in Indian music history, colonial cultural exchange, and the global impact of musical traditions.
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Romantic Nationalism in India: Cultivation of Culture and the Global Circulation of Ideas
0Discover the cultural roots of Indian nationhood with this insightful study on romantic nationalism. Bob van der Linden delves into the pivotal cultural initiatives that forged India’s moral community, preceding state-oriented political nationalism. Explore key elements like language and identity, historicism, artistic revivalism, and hero worship that shaped national consciousness. Essential for students of Indian history, cultural studies, and political thought, this interdisciplinary work offers a unique global perspective on the cultivation of culture and ideas defining modern India. Understand the intellectual currents that laid the foundation for India’s identity.