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A Hygienic City-Nation : Space, Community, and Everyday Life in Colonial Calcutta

SKU: 9781108489898

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Uncover the hidden history of Colonial Calcutta and its profound impact on Indian nationalism. This insightful study delves into the everyday life and community spaces of colonial India’s imperial heart. Exploring previously untapped archives, it reveals how neighbourhood dynamics, social hierarchies, and a novel discourse on spatial hygiene shaped urban modernity and forged the citizen-nation. Essential reading for scholars and enthusiasts of Indian history, urban studies, and South Asian heritage, offering a fresh perspective on the forces of imperialism and nationalism.

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