Between Mars And Mammon Colonial Armies And The Garrison State In 19Th-Century India
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Between Mars And Mammon Colonial Armies And The Garrison State In 19Th-Century India

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Explore the untold impact of the British army on the daily operations of the Raj in 19th-century India. “Between Mars and Mammon” by Douglas M. Peers reveals how military imperatives shaped British rule, influenced resource allocation, and led to conflicts like the Burma War and the capture of Bhartpur. Discover the precariousness of British power and the tension between colonial administration and an increasingly autonomous army. ISBN: 9789356400870

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  • ISBN-13: 9789356400870
  • Publisher: Bloomsbury (Manohar Publishers & Distributors)
  • Height: 30 mm
  • No of Pages: 302
  • ISBN-10: 9356400873
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Width: 150 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg

11 reviews for Between Mars And Mammon Colonial Armies And The Garrison State In 19Th-Century India

  1. K Sagar –

    Fascinating insights into the financial and administrative side of British rule in India.

  2. Karan Khurana –

    A bit heavy on the details, but overall a worthwhile read for understanding the Raj.

  3. Adya Goswami –

    A detailed look at the British army’s role in India. Sometimes dry, but informative.

  4. Saumya –

    Well-researched and insightful. Sheds light on the army’s influence beyond just battles.

  5. Prashant –

    I found it a bit dense and hard to follow at times, but the research is clearly very thorough. Interesting perspective.

  6. Aditya Bhardwaj –

    While informative, the book felt a bit academic and lacked a compelling narrative.

  7. Srijan Agrawal Manglik –

    Peers does an excellent job connecting military actions to the broader colonial context. A must-read for historians.

  8. Abhijeet Bera –

    Excellent analysis of the interplay between military needs and colonial governance. Very insightful.

  9. Sanvi Saxena –

    The book provides a comprehensive overview, though it could be more engaging.

  10. Munikrishnappa C M –

    The author successfully shows how the British army influenced policy decisions in colonial India.

  11. Tanya Jethwani –

    A valuable addition to the literature on British colonialism. Highly recommend for serious students of history.

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