Description
- Part of series: History for a Sustainable Future
- Print length: 230 pages
- Language: English
- Publisher: The MIT Press
- Publication date: 12 April 2022
- Dimensions: 13.49 x 1.4 x 20.47 cm
- ISBN-10: 0262543583
- ISBN-13: 978-0262543583
Original price was: ₹2,700.00.₹2,160.00Current price is: ₹2,160.00.
Explore the intricate relationship between India’s climate, economy, and history in ‘Monsoon Economies: India’s History in a Changing Climate’ by Tirthankar Roy. Discover how monsoon-dependent growth strategies, aimed at mitigating poverty and inequality, inadvertently led to environmental degradation and political conflict. This compelling narrative, part of the ‘History for a Sustainable Future’ series, delves into water security, famine relief, and the long-term consequences of development choices. Perfect for readers interested in Indian history, environmental studies, and sustainable development, this book offers vital lessons for a world grappling with climate change. Published by The MIT Press, it’s an essential read from The Bookish Owl.
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