Description
- ISBN-13: 9788193779408
- Publisher: Manohar Publishers & Distributors
- Binding: Hardcover
- ISBN-10: 8193779401
- Publisher Date: 01 Jan 2018
- Language: English
Original price was: ₹5,995.00.₹4,556.00Current price is: ₹4,556.00.
Dive into the colonial history of Bengal with “Bengal MS Records – Vol. 4” (ISBN: 9788193779408) by Sir William Wilson Hunter. Explore archival records from 1782-1807, uncovering insights into judicial, civil, military, and land revenue administration of the East India Company. Discover Hunter’s research on districts like Midnapore, Bishnupur, Cuttack, and more, shedding light on rent suits, land settlements, customs, and more. A must-read for scholars of South Asian colonialism.
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Chirag S –
An indispensable resource for scholars. Hunter’s dedication is evident. The book can be a bit daunting in its scope and detail. It’s worth it.
Amir Shahasad K.c –
Informative and detailed. Sheds light on the East India Company’s administration in Bengal. However, it can be overwhelming with the amount of data.
Ishika Rammurti Pal –
Valuable insight into the colonial era. The details on customs and trade are intriguing. Somewhat biased perspective, though.
Harsh Raj Singh –
Good, comprehensive resource, but difficult to navigate. Still, a worthwhile addition for anyone interested in the East India Company.
Simran –
Outstanding contribution to South Asian colonial studies. A vital reference for researchers. Be prepared for a lengthy engagement.
Ritika Mehrotra –
Helpful for understanding the administration in Midnapore and Cuttack. A bit too focused on specific districts, but overall useful.
Utkarsh Kumar –
Comprehensive and well-researched. Offers a nuanced view of the East India Company’s activities. A dense read, not light at all.
Wahaj Arshad –
An exceptional primary source for scholars. A deep dive into East India Company records. Extremely dense, but very important material.
Soham Anup Aychitte –
The book provides a great understanding of civil and military administration. Some portions are bit repetitive, but generally informative.
Ankit Singh –
Nice insights but it needs more explanation and structure. Information is good, but needs better presentation. Good for research.
Prayag Sharma –
Only buy if you have a lot of patience, and you want to deep dive into archival records. A bit too granular for general interest.
Prisha Garg –
Good source material, but could be better organized. It helped with my research on land revenue, but I spent hours sifting through it.
Sarthak Raj Vats –
Its alright, could have been better. This book is very academic, if you don’t like academic books then don’t read this
Gayathri Devi K –
A treasure trove of information on the East India Company. A must-have for serious history enthusiasts. Can be difficult to get through at times.
Jenson T John –
Fascinating glimpse into the past. The details on judicial matters are particularly interesting. Sometimes repetitive, though.
Naman Singh –
An essential collection for anyone studying colonial Bengal. Hunter’s work is thorough, providing valuable insights. It’s a little dense, but rewarding.
Shubhangi Singh –
A decent resource for researchers, but the writing style is a bit dry. Still, a worthwhile read for serious scholars of South Asian history.
Raghav Jajodia –
The depth of research is impressive. Provides context for understanding rent suits and land settlements. Not for casual readers.
Kunal Sukhija –
Fantastic book, loved reading it. Helped me to get a new perspective of india during –
Anmol Singh –
Essential reading for historians of South Asia. Hunter’s deep dive is unparalleled. The writing could be more engaging, but content is great.
Ayush Prabhakar –
This is an invaluable and detailed work for anyone researching early British rule. It is dense and academic, but worth reading.
Anagha Jain –
A useful addition to my research library, although not an easy read. It gave me a new look into the administration in the th century.
Nikunj Singhal –
Details are good, but at times this book is a bit all over the place. A lot of information is presented at once which is a bit tough.