Conversion and Social Equality in India: The London Missionary Society in South Travancore in the 19th Century
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Conversion and Social Equality in India: The London Missionary Society in South Travancore in the 19th Century

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Explore the complexities of conversion and social equality in 19th-century South Travancore. Dick Kooiman’s “Conversion and Social Equality in India” examines the London Missionary Society’s impact on untouchable caste communities. Discover how religious change intertwined with social mobility and the missionaries’ evolving understanding of their role. ISBN: 9788185054780

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  • ISBN-13: 9788185054780
  • Publisher: Manohar
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 8185054789
  • Binding: Hardcover

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Weight 0.5 kg

16 reviews for Conversion and Social Equality in India: The London Missionary Society in South Travancore in the 19th Century

  1. Vivek Patel –

    The book gives clear insight on conversion and social change. It was a very good read overall.

  2. Santanu Chakraborty –

    Provides a balanced account of the LMS’s role. I appreciated the focus on the agency of the local communities.

  3. Deepali Chouhan –

    Kooiman sheds light on the complexities of missionary work and its impact on social equality. A bit academic, but informative.

  4. Kushal Jaiswal –

    Good research, but I wish there was more discussion on the limitations of the missionary sources used.

  5. Bhuwan Sharma –

    This book was insightful and informative. The information was well-written and easy to read.

  6. Lokesh Pathak –

    Insightful analysis of conversion and social change. Some parts were dense, but overall a worthwhile read for understanding this historical period.

  7. Yashika Khandait –

    An important contribution to the history of Christianity in India. It could be more accessible to a general audience.

  8. Mansi Bharti –

    A well-researched book that I would read again. Recommended for those wanting to learn more on the subject matter.

  9. Ashutosh Shankar –

    Detailed and scholarly. It is very informative, however it can be difficult to follow at times.

  10. Suryansh Mishra –

    A unique and helpful book. Some of the concepts were hard to grasp but overall it was good.

  11. Pallav Kumar Dey –

    A fascinating study, but sometimes the writing felt dry and repetitive. Still, the content is valuable.

  12. Simran Kadam –

    This book was okay and informative. I don’t know if I would read another book from this author.

  13. Pragati Bisht –

    A detailed look at the LMS in Travancore. Kooiman presents a nuanced view, though sometimes feels too focused on the missionary perspective.

  14. Sukhpreet Singh –

    The book offered a deep dive into the social dynamics of the time. It was very well written.

  15. Amrit Raj –

    An interesting perspective, though at times the author seemed to downplay some of the negative aspects of colonialism.

  16. Himankita Debbarma –

    The subject matter was hard to follow at times. I enjoyed it but it was not my favorite book.

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