Discover how objects defy simple categorization and reveal the hidden complexity of mediation and movement between worlds. This seminal work challenges Western classificatory traditions, offering an object-centered perspective that resonates deeply with contemporary academic inquiry. Essential for students and researchers in anthropology, archaeology, museum studies, and art history across India, it grounds cutting-edge theory in compelling case studies. Broaden your horizons and transform how you view material culture. A must-have academic book for Indian universities seeking innovative research perspectives.