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The Sacred Waters of Varanasi

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SKU: 9789394262614

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Explore the colonial concept of the “dry city” in Mahesh Gogate’s “The Sacred Waters of Varanasi (9789394262614).” Discover how this notion led to the separation of land and water bodies, causing reclamation, drainage, and pollution. Uncover the impact of colonial practices on Varanasi’s sacred waters and their ecological consequences. Buy now to delve into this historical and environmental study.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9789394262614
  • Publisher: Manohar Publishers and Distributors
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Spine Width: 21 mm
  • Width: 223 mm
  • ISBN-10: 939426261X
  • Publisher Date: 28 Nov 2023
  • Height: 148 mm
  • No of Pages: 192
  • Weight: 336 gr

24 reviews for The Sacred Waters of Varanasi

  1. Rajat Sharan Sethi

    A bit slow-paced, but ultimately a rewarding read for those interested in environmental history.

  2. Manasvi Saboo

    I struggled to get through some of the more technical sections, but the overall message is powerful.

  3. Abhay Singh

    A must-read for anyone interested in environmental history! Well-researched and thought-provoking. Highly recommended.

  4. Manya Kashyap

    This book helps to understand the history of Varanasi. Author has put a lot of effort into this book.

  5. Ayush Rai

    A bit dense for a casual reader, but valuable information nonetheless. Good contribution to the field.

  6. Shreshth Dhuria

    A fascinating look at the environmental consequences of colonialism. It’s important work but a little dry.

  7. Swikriti Toppo

    Eye-opening! It completely shifted my perspective on urban planning and water resources. A very informative read!

  8. Anish Aiyappa N V

    I enjoyed learning about the historical impact, though the book sometimes felt repetitive.

  9. Ujjwal Jha

    Gogate’s work is definitely worth reading. It provides an academic view of the water pollution in Varanasi.

  10. Suman Pal

    The author makes strong points, but the prose can be a bit academic.

  11. Amay Lahoti

    A well-researched book that sheds light on a dark aspect of colonial history. However, some areas are boring to read.

  12. Neha Lalwani

    An excellent resource for environmental studies. This book has some complex language.

  13. Yogesh

    The book highlights the importance of understanding historical context. I feel that it is a bit slow.

  14. Parth Sarthy Parmar

    Interesting topic, but the book needed better editing. It was repetitive and sometimes hard to follow.

  15. Arshia Arora

    Gogate presents a compelling case about colonial impact. However, the writing could be more engaging. Overall a good book with great concept.

  16. Paras Patil

    This book opened my eyes to the hidden history of Varanasi’s water system. It’s so informative and worth reading.

  17. Aslam M U

    This book gave me a new perspective on the water issues of Varanasi. Excellent and informative read.

  18. Umar Mateen

    Important research on a critical topic. The link between colonial rule and water degradation is crystal clear.

  19. Abhishek Kumar

    The author has put lot of efforts and that can be seen in the book. Worth reading. I would have like to see the writing style bit different.

  20. Vikash Bohra

    While the topic is interesting, the execution could have been better.

  21. Tanya

    The book provides valuable insight into the complex relationship between society and the environment.

  22. Shashwat

    I appreciated the depth of research, but it felt too academic at times. Could have been more accessible. Still worthwhile.

  23. Srishti Trikha

    An interesting read, though a bit dense in places. The historical perspective on Varanasi’s water issues is eye-opening.

  24. Rohit Sharma

    I found the book to be informative, but at times it dragged on. There were some concepts that were repetitive.

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