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The Peasant Production of Opium in Nineteenth-Century India by Rolf Bauer reveals the coercive mechanisms that forced over a million Indian peasants into opium production for the colonial state. This pioneering work exposes the economic and social power dynamics, the triangle of debt, and the state’s role in exploiting peasant economies. Discover the untold story of the opium trade’s impact on 19th-century India. ISBN: 9789360809652

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  • ISBN-13: 9789360809652
  • Publisher: Manohar Publishers & Distributors
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Language: English
  • Weight: 170 gr
  • ISBN-10: 9360809659
  • Publisher Date: 10 Apr 2024
  • Height: 30 mm
  • No of Pages: 236

19 reviews for The Peasant Production of Opium in NineteenthCentury India

  1. Akritee Prasad Kharwar –

    A well-researched and insightful book. It provides a clear understanding of coercion. The author did great research on the topic.

  2. Ruchira Parwanda –

    While informative, I wish there were more personal stories from the peasants themselves. Felt a bit too focused on macroeconomics.

  3. Manas Mehta –

    A detailed look at the opium trade’s impact. Bauer sheds light on colonial exploitation, but the writing can be dense at times. Overall, informative but not an easy read.

  4. Abhay Singh –

    A solid overview of the opium production system but a bit academic in its approach, making it challenging to fully engage.

  5. Pulkit Bansal –

    An excellent contribution to the history of the opium trade. Bauer’s work is a model of careful research and analysis.

  6. Kautuk Srivastava –

    Important but dense. Prepare to take your time with this one. It is not a light read but an important topic to understand.

  7. Prem Pushkar –

    Eye-opening! I had no idea the extent of coercion involved in opium production. A must-read for anyone interested in colonial history and economic exploitation.

  8. Chaitanya –

    A powerful account of the suffering inflicted on Indian peasants. Some sections were a bit dry, but the overall message is impactful.

  9. Sanskar Maheshwari –

    This book is phenomenal. It’s well-written, the research is meticulous, and the topic is thoroughly explored.

  10. Abhishek Kumar –

    This book changed my perspective on colonial history. The level of exploitation was shocking. Highly recommend!

  11. Ananth Preveen –

    Found it a bit slow-paced, but appreciate the depth of analysis. Could have been organized a little better.

  12. Aditya Gupta –

    I struggled to get through this book. While the topic is important, the writing style didn’t grab me. Too academic for my taste.

  13. Prachi Charde –

    A gripping account of the opium trade. Reveals the ruthless mechanisms of exploitation. This book exceeded my expectations.

  14. Raj Navinkumar Baghel –

    Bauer successfully presents the exploitative system that drove opium production. A scholarly work, but accessible to those interested.

  15. Bashar Khan –

    Bauer’s research is impeccable. The book offers a comprehensive view of the opium trade. The book effectively describes debt of peasants.

  16. Rohit Raj Pillai –

    The book provides a vital perspective on the opium trade. The book clearly illustrates the dynamics of peasant debt.

  17. Himanshu Goyal –

    Essential reading for anyone studying colonial India. The book’s detail is amazing. It uncovers so many previously unknown facts.

  18. Manish Kumar –

    Interesting subject matter, but the book felt a bit repetitive. Could have been more concise. Still, a valuable contribution to the field.

  19. Smarth Narula –

    I expected more. The book offers some insight into the trade, but I was expecting it to be more engaging. It was not.

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