Swadeshi Steam : VO Chidambaram Pillai and the Battle against the British Maritime Empire
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Swadeshi Steam : VO Chidambaram Pillai and the Battle against the British Maritime Empire

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Discover the inspiring story of V.O. Chidambaram Pillai’s fight against British maritime dominance in “Swadeshi Steam.” A.R. Venkatachalapathy’s captivating narrative details Pillai’s struggle to establish an Indian shipping company, challenging the British monopoly. Explore themes of nationalism, entrepreneurship, and colonial resistance in this must-read historical account. ISBN: 9780670099597

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  • ISBN-13: 9780670099597
  • Publisher: Penguin
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Language: English
  • Weight: 153 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0670099597
  • Publisher Date: 22 Dec 2023
  • Height: 10 mm
  • No of Pages: 514
  • Width: 450 mm

24 reviews for Swadeshi Steam : VO Chidambaram Pillai and the Battle against the British Maritime Empire

  1. Ankit Prakash –

    Engaging and informative! Learned so much about Indian history. A definite must-read.

  2. Kratik Gupta –

    I enjoyed learning about V.O. Chidambaram Pillai. The book felt a little long.

  3. Arin Jain –

    A bit slow to get into, but overall, a great book!

  4. Neeraj Davis –

    Well researched and informative. It could have been more concise.

  5. Prakhar Sharma –

    A powerful story of Indian entrepreneurship. The author did a great job, some sections are too detailed.

  6. Vaibhav Agrahari –

    What a great read, this book has my full recommendation!

  7. Yudh Veer Singh –

    Important historical narrative. Sometimes the details felt overwhelming.

  8. Jarpula Ajay Simha –

    An inspiring tale of courage. Pillai’s struggle is well documented. A bit dry at times, but worth the read.

  9. Sneha Ravindran –

    This book provides great historical context, although I wanted more personal insights.

  10. Sankalp Mahato –

    I appreciate the author’s deep dive into the subject matter.

  11. Manan Goyal –

    This book kept me hooked with its immersive storytelling.

  12. Nakul –

    A fascinating account of a lesser-known hero. The writing is engaging. Highly recommended.

  13. Saikat Das –

    A fantastic read! It sheds light on a forgotten hero.

  14. Shiwangi –

    The book was interesting but the narrative could have been crisper.

  15. Kshitij Vilas Chaudhari –

    An eye-opening look at British maritime dominance. Some parts were slow-paced.

  16. Dhruv Chandra –

    An amazing story that needed to be told. Highly recommend to history enthusiasts.

  17. Manas Goel –

    It was a good book, although some parts felt a bit monotonous.

  18. Rithvik Sahini –

    An engaging read that highlights an important chapter of India’s history.

  19. Nishant Sharma –

    Interesting perspective, a bit lengthy. Detailing was extensive, and well described.

  20. Rupal Singh –

    This book is informative, insightful and very well articulated.

  21. Gurleen Kaur –

    Excellent book! A must-read for anyone interested in Indian history and the fight for independence.

  22. Umang Agrawal –

    A detailed account. However, I felt it was too focused on minute details.

  23. Ishan Srivastava –

    A compelling biography. The author brings Pillai’s struggle to life. A bit dense but still good.

  24. Tanishq Gupta –

    A truly inspiring story of resilience. A great addition to my history collection.

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