Description
- ISBN-13: 9789350981948
- Publisher: Manohar
- Binding: Hardcover
- ISBN-10: 9350981947
- Publisher Date: 01 Jan 2018
- Language: English
Original price was: ₹1,050.00.₹798.00Current price is: ₹798.00.
Discover the forgotten capital of Bengal in the 18th century with “Profile of a Forgotten Capital: Murshidabad.” Explore the political, social, and economic life of Murshidabad under the Nawabi regime. Uncover the city’s golden age, the Plassey conspiracy, and the roles of influential merchant-princes. Learn about the lives of the Begums, the city’s trade and industry, and its unique society and culture. ISBN: 9789350981948. Author: Sushil Chaudhury
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Saurabh Singh –
Excellent book! It brought Murshidabad to life. The author did a fantastic job of weaving together history and culture.
Tejas Ranjit Wankhade –
I found the book to be a little repetitive at times. However, the subject matter is compelling and the research is solid.
Rajat Punia –
The book provides a good understanding of the economic and political landscape. A bit dense, but worth the effort.
S Dharmashree Shetty –
This book exceeded my expectations! A thoroughly researched and well-written account of a forgotten capital. A must-read.
Aravindh V A –
A mixed bag. Some chapters were fascinating, while others were a slog. Still, I appreciate the author’s effort to document this history.
Vijay Rahul S –
A detailed look at Murshidabad. Sometimes it gets bogged down in detail, but overall a worthwhile read for history buffs.
Rishav Kumar –
I was captivated by the stories of the Begums and the city’s culture. A very insightful book. Highly recommended!
Akash Ankit –
A decent overview of Murshidabad’s history, but I wished for more analysis and less descriptive detail. Good for beginners.
Nidhi Singh –
An interesting read about a little-known period of Indian history. The book could have been more engaging, but the information is valuable. I learned a lot!
Aditya Sahu –
The book sheds light on a fascinating city and era. I enjoyed learning about the Nawabi regime and the merchant-princes.
Subhankar Ghosh –
While informative, the writing style is a bit dry. It’s a good resource for research, but not a casual read.