Essays in Indian History: Towards a Marxist Perception (Anthem South Asian Studies) - Softcover

Habib, Irfan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1843310252 ISBN 13: 9781843310259

Publisher: Anthem Press, 2002

Synopsis

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.

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About the Author

Irfan Habib is a professor at the Aligarh Muslim University in Uttar Pradesh and a former chairman of the Indian Council for Historical Research. He was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2005.

From the Back Cover

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.

Edition details

• Publisher: Anthem Press
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1843310252
• ISBN 13: 9781843310259
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 436