From Mountain Fastness to Coastal Kingdoms: Hard Money and 'Cashless' Economics in The Medieval Bay of Bengal World
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From Mountain Fastness to Coastal Kingdoms: Hard Money and ‘Cashless’ Economics in The Medieval Bay of Bengal World

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Explore the fascinating monetary systems of the medieval Bay of Bengal world in “From Mountain Fastness to Coastal Kingdoms”. Discover how ‘cashless’ economies thrived without coinage, using intricate systems of account. John Deyell and Rila Mukherjee delve into the strategic choices and governance systems of kingdoms along overland and maritime trade routes. Unravel the puzzle of money’s role in this complex and interconnected region. ISBN: 9789388540322

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  • ISBN-13: 9789388540322
  • Publisher: Manohar
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 9388540328
  • Publisher Date: 01 Jan 2019
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Language: English

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Weight 0.5 kg

18 reviews for From Mountain Fastness to Coastal Kingdoms: Hard Money and ‘Cashless’ Economics in The Medieval Bay of Bengal World

  1. Anuj Sahu –

    A deep dive into a complex topic. Could be more accessible to non-experts.

  2. Aastha –

    An academic work. I enjoyed the book although it needs background knowledge.

  3. Pratik Vasant Kawade –

    An important contribution to the field. Highly recommend for those interested in economic history.

  4. Nisha Daga –

    This book offered a unique perspective. It required a second read to fully appreciate.

  5. Samridhi Khanna –

    Provides a new lens for understanding economic history. Some concepts were hard to grasp initially.

  6. Saumen Sain –

    A detailed study, but I wished for a slightly more engaging narrative.

  7. Anurag –

    Interesting subject matter, but the writing style is a bit dry. Still, learned a lot.

  8. Akanksh Anand –

    A bit too specialized for my taste, but I appreciate the depth of research.

  9. Anchit Ambesh –

    A dense but rewarding read. The authors present a compelling case for rethinking ‘cashless’ economies.

  10. Yash Khaneja –

    It’s really a good read. Very insightful and resourceful book.

  11. Himanshee Kumawat –

    Challenging but ultimately enriching. Changed my perspective on pre-modern economic systems.

  12. Vishal Agarwal –

    A bit dense at times but overall a worthwhile exploration of regional economics.

  13. Nikunj Singhal –

    The book is insightful, although certain parts require patience due to its complexity.

  14. Aditi Mishra –

    An excellent book for understanding the economic dynamics of the Bay of Bengal region.

  15. Kumaramangalam Srikar –

    Well-researched and thought-provoking. Sheds light on a little-known area of economic history.

  16. Aaditi –

    Fascinating insights into the monetary systems of the Bay of Bengal. A bit academic, but worth the effort.

  17. Om Ashokkumar Sahitya –

    Opened my eyes to the complexities of pre-modern trade and finance. A must-read for scholars.

  18. Gautam Shyam Sundar Mishra –

    Very informative and a great academic resource for understanding trade routes.

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