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From Family to Police Force
0₹2,593.67Uncover the layered realities of policing on India’s South Asian borderlands. Through deep anthropological engagement in Gujarat’s Kutch region, this insightful study reveals how policing extends beyond the nation-state, intricately weaving social, familial, and personal orders. Farhana Ibrahim’s work illuminates the everyday interactions and hidden structures that shape security and governance in border communities. Essential for understanding the complexities of Indian border policing and the human face of state control, this book offers a unique perspective for students and scholars of sociology, anthropology, and South Asian studies.
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Settlers, Saints and Sovereigns: An Ethnography of State Formation in Western India (Critical Asian Studies)
0₹1,295.00Uncover the intricate ethnography of state formation in India’s vibrant Gujarat. This compelling study examines how regions gain meaning amidst contemporary religious nationalism, communal strife, and border politics in Western India. Delve into anthropological perspectives on state-building, challenging the perceived impermeability of national borders. It’s essential reading for scholars and students of Indian sociology, anthropology, and regional history, offering crucial insights into Gujarat’s socio-political dynamics.
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South Asian Borderlands: Mobility, History, Affect
0₹1,195.00Uncover the complex realities of South Asian borderlands. This interdisciplinary exploration delves into the mobility, history, and affect shaping India’s diverse border regions. Moving beyond geopolitical lines, it critically examines sovereignty, policing, and the enduring human connections across politically divided territories. Understand how modern nationhood impacts historically, socially, and emotionally connected communities. Essential for researchers and students of South Asian history, anthropology, and culture in India, this book provides unique insights into interconnected lives and the nuanced realities of borderlands.
