The Volatile World of Sovereignty: The Vratya Problem and Kingship in South Asia
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The Volatile World of Sovereignty: The Vratya Problem and Kingship in South Asia

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Explore the heterodox facets of Indian sovereignty in “The Volatile World of Sovereignty”. Cristina Bignami and a team of scholars examine the Vratya problem, challenging traditional interpretations of Brahmanic culture. Using ancient, medieval, and modern texts, they offer a new historical perspective on kingship in South Asia. Discover the alternative history of kingship and sovereignty. ISBN: 9788124608302

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  • ISBN-13: 9788124608302
  • Publisher: D.K. Printworld
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 812460830X
  • Publisher Date: 2015
  • Edition: 1
  • No of Pages: 534

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Weight 0.5 kg

14 reviews for The Volatile World of Sovereignty: The Vratya Problem and Kingship in South Asia

  1. Medini Raj –

    The book provided unique insights but could have been better structured. A good read if you’re persistent.

  2. Mohit Kumar Swami –

    I liked that the book challenges established perspectives, and that it made me reconsider the history of kingship.

  3. Suraj Upadhyay –

    This book expands on the conventional understanding of South Asian sovereignty. A must-read for scholars in the field.

  4. Rhuthwik Nargund –

    A thought-provoking collection of essays. While some chapters were dense, others offered fascinating insights into South Asian kingship.

  5. Sridhar S –

    A valuable contribution to the field. The analysis of ancient texts was particularly strong. I would recommend it.

  6. Pushkal Meena –

    An interesting read for those interested in alternative histories. Some arguments were more convincing than others.

  7. Prajjwal Sahu –

    An eye-opening exploration of kingship! It provides a very different historical perspective that is welcome and quite interesting.

  8. Puneet Kajal –

    Dense and scholarly. Only recommended for those with a strong background in South Asian history and political theory.

  9. Mayur Borah –

    Bignami and the team provide a compelling counter-narrative. I enjoyed the exploration of the Vratya problem. A bit academic at times.

  10. Aastha Sinha –

    The book offered a fresh perspective on sovereignty. It was intellectually stimulating and challenged my assumptions.

  11. Shobha Kiran –

    Some chapters were a bit of a slog, but overall, I appreciated the book’s attempt to deconstruct traditional narratives.

  12. Ishaan Sharma –

    A powerful and informative collection of essays. It offers a detailed look at the history of kingship.

  13. Saif Rahman –

    While insightful, the writing style could be more accessible. I found myself re-reading sections to fully grasp the concepts.

  14. Supriya Sahu –

    Too academic for a casual reader, but the research is thorough and the arguments are well-supported.

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