Ahmedabad: From Royal City to Megacity
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Ahmedabad: From Royal City to Megacity

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SKU: 9780143415787

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Explore the captivating journey of Ahmedabad from a 15th-century royal city to a modern megacity in this historical account. Discover its rich heritage, from its medieval origins to its rise as the “Manchester of the East” and its pivotal role in India’s independence movement. Ahmedabad: From Royal City to Megacity by Ladybird Key Words, William Murray, and W. Murray (ISBN: 9780143415787), offers a comprehensive exploration of the city’s vibrant history and cultural evolution. Marking the city’s 600th anniversary, this book examines Ahmedabad’s unique Indo-Islamic and Indo-European synthesis, showcasing its pluralistic heritage.

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  • ISBN-13: 9780143415787
  • Publisher: Penguin Books India
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books India
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0143415786
  • Publisher Date: 2011
  • Binding: Paperback
  • No of Pages: 368

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Weight 0.5 kg

14 reviews for Ahmedabad: From Royal City to Megacity

  1. Anwesha Pal Chaudhuri –

    The book did a good job of covering different eras in Ahmedabad’s story. Recommended!

  2. Kaushal Kishor –

    Loved learning about Ahmedabad’s cultural heritage! Highly recommend this book.

  3. Rajat Jain –

    Not bad, but I felt that it could have been shorter. I would only recommend to a niche audience.

  4. Anas Ahmad –

    I enjoyed learning about Ahmedabad’s past. The writing could have been more engaging, but it was still worth reading.

  5. Vansh Suri –

    While informative, the book could have benefitted from more visual aids and maps.

  6. Aprajita Kumari –

    A good introduction to the city’s history, although sometimes it gets a bit bogged down in details.

  7. Divyanshu Abhishek –

    A solid historical account. I would recommend this to anyone interested in urban development.

  8. Priyanshu Singh –

    A well-researched book, but it lacked the storytelling that would have made it truly captivating.

  9. Nelli Sam Prakash –

    A comprehensive look at Ahmedabad’s journey. It is a good reference book.

  10. Shivali Sharma –

    Fascinating insights into Ahmedabad’s evolution! A must-read for anyone interested in Indian history.

  11. Devanshi Singh –

    Interesting book, provided me with a great understanding of the city’s transformation. Recommend to history lovers.

  12. Aman Mittal –

    I was hoping for a more exciting narrative. It is informative, but felt a bit academic.

  13. Mohammed Asim –

    A decent overview of Ahmedabad’s history. It felt a bit dry at times, but informative overall.

  14. Kanwar Devaansh Singh –

    An okay read, but didn’t quite live up to my expectations. The focus on certain events felt uneven.

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