Jointly written by two leading Indian and Pakistani historians, Modern South Asia offers a rare depth of historical understanding of the politics, cultures and economies that shape the lives of more than a fifth of humanity. After sketching the pre-modern history of the sub-continent, the book concentrates on the last three centuries.This new second edition has been updated throughout to take account of recent historical research. It includes an expanded section on post-independence with a completely new chapter on the period from 1991 to the present and a chapter on the last millennium in subcontinental history. There is a new chronology of key events.
Sugata Bose Books
Sugata Bose is the Gardiner Professor of Oceanic History and Affairs at Harvard University. He is the author of several books on the economic, social, and political history of modern South Asia, pioneering historical studies that emphasize the centrality of the Indian Ocean. His work delves into the pivotal figures and processes that shaped the histories of South Asia and the Indian Ocean world. Bose's profound insights into the past offer a compelling exploration of the intricate relationships and transformative forces that have molded this vital region.
