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An Introduction to South Asia (Routledge Revivals) - Softcover

Farmer, B.H.

 
9781032980485: An Introduction to South Asia (Routledge Revivals)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1032980486 ISBN 13: 9781032980485
Publisher: Routledge, 2026

Synopsis

Originally published in 1983 and here reissuing the second edition of 1993, An Introduction to South Asia presents the geographical and historical background to the diversities of the region. From the legacy of the colonial period and the controversies that surrounded partition and independence, the book traces the consequences of social divisions, particularly of religion, caste and language, into contemporary politics. Interwoven issues on environments, sociology, politics, and economies combine to explain development patterns and problems, the processes behind them, and the reciprocal impact of South Asia and the wider world.

This fully updated second edition provides new material on environmental issues, the causes and consequences of natural disasters, and the role of women in the region. It provides a comprehensive, interdisciplinary guide to the varying environments―natural, social, political, and economic―that characterize South Asia.

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About the Author

B. H. Farmer was Emeritus Reader in South Asian Geography, University of Cambridge and a Fellow of St John’s College.

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Publisher
Routledge
Publication date
2026
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1032980486
ISBN 13 
9781032980485
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
210