Naga-Ahom Relations in Pre-Colonial Period [Hardcover]

Reading age: 12 years and up
Print length: 254 pages
Language: English
Dimensions: 22.59 x 14.34 x 2.54 cm

Name: Naga-Ahom Relations in Pre-Colonial Period [Hardcover]
SKU: 9789356637290
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SKU: 9789356637290

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Explore the intricate Naga-Ahom relations during the pre-colonial era (13th-18th centuries) with ‘Naga-Ahom Relations in Pre-Colonial Period’. This compelling study by N Nyejat Konyak delves into the unique socio-political and economic exchanges between the Ahom kingdom and Naga hill tribes. Discover how salt became a key element in their interactions, facilitated by the ‘duar market’ system and Ahom officials (‘katakis’). The book highlights the strategic importance of the Naga hills as trade routes and sanctuaries, fostering a rich cultural and commercial exchange. Uncover the origins of Nagamese, a pidgin language born from centuries of dependence and communication. This historical exploration reconstructs the dynamic relationship of friendship, hostility, and cultural assimilation that shaped this fascinating period of North-East Indian history. A must-read for history enthusiasts and those interested in pre-colonial trade and inter-tribal relations.

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