Mapping Histories Essays Presented to Ravinder Kumar
Mapping Histories Essays Presented to Ravinder Kumar, edited by Professor Neera Chandhoke, is published by Anthem Press in 2002 and spans 443 pages. This collection serves as a tribute to the influential historian Ravinder Kumar, recognized for his significant contributions to understanding the social consequences of colonial rule in India. The essays included in this volume are authored by Fellows of the Centre for Contemporary Studies at the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library, exploring a range of topics related to India’s history and contemporary issues.
Readers will find a diverse array of studies addressing themes such as religion, the environment, cultural studies, and feminism. These essays aim to deepen the understanding of India’s historical context while providing insights into its complex present. By examining both historical and contemporary perspectives, this edition presents a multifaceted view of Indian society and its evolution, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the intersections of history, sociology, and social science in the South Asian context.
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Edited by Professor Neera Chandhoke, ‘Mapping Histories’ is a fitting tribute to renowned historian Ravinder Kumar, well known for his pioneering work on the social consequences of colonial rule in India, and for founding the Centre for Contemporary Studies at the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library. Here, Fellows of the centre present a collection of historical and contemporary studies on India, which deal with diverse themes from religion to the environment, cultural studies to feminism. Together, these lively and challenging essays offer readings on how we understand India’s history and, conversely, how we can use this comprehension of the past to interpret India’s complex present.
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