Description
The Sati Series Box Set by Koral Dasgupta provides an in-depth historical analysis of sati, the practice of widow self-immolation in India. Through meticulous research and scholarly examination, Dasgupta explores the origins, evolution, and eventual abolition of this practice.
This comprehensive collection examines the cultural, religious, and social factors that sustained sati across centuries. The work presents primary sources, historical accounts, and critical perspectives to understand how this practice was justified, normalized, and eventually challenged by reformers and British colonial authorities.
The series offers readers a nuanced understanding of sati beyond simplistic narratives, contextualizing it within Indian history, gender dynamics, and social structures. It serves as an essential resource for historians, academics, and readers seeking to comprehend this complex and troubling chapter of Indian history.
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