| Essays in Indian History: Towards a Marxist Perception First Edition, Edition Contributor(s): Habib, Irfan (Author) |
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ISBN: 1843310619 ISBN-13: 9781843310617 Publisher: Anthem Press OUR PRICE: $109.25 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2002 Annotation: This volume brings together, for the first time, several of Professor Habib's essays, representing three decades of scholarship and providing an insightful interpretation of the main currents in Indian history from the standpoint of Marxist historiography. The collection examines the role played by the peasantry and caste in Indian history; explores the forms of class struggle and the stage of Indian economic development in Mughal India; analyzes the impact of colonialism on the Indian economy; and chronicles the changes in Marx's perception of India. These painstakingly researched and erudite essays form a volume that is indispensable for scholars and students of Indian history. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Asia - India & South Asia - History | Essays - Political Science | History & Theory - General |
| Dewey: 954 |
| LCCN: 2002100906 |
| Series: Anthem South Asian Studies (Hardcover) |
| Physical Information: 1.27" H x 6.52" W x 9.56" (1.94 lbs) 436 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Indian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This volume brings together, for the first time, several of Professor Habib's essays, representing three decades of scholarship and providing an insightful interpretation of the main currents in Indian history from the standpoint of Marxist historiography. The collection examines the role played by the peasantry and caste in Indian history; explores the forms of class struggle and the stage of Indian economic development in Mughal India; analyses the impact of colonialism on the Indian economy; and chronicles the changes in Marx's perception of India. These painstakingly researched and erudite essays form a volume that is indispensable for scholars and students of Indian history. |