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The essays in this volume document various episodes of resistance highlighting the role of freedom fighters who inspired generations of Indians by their sacrifices. They discuss the Vellore Mutiny, the Chittagong Uprising, the Non- Cooperation Movement and the militants of Bengal, and Gandhi's attitude to the execution of Bhagat Singh, among others.

Focusing on colonialism in nineteenth-century India, the book explores the East India Company's attempts to bourgeoisify the region and their connection to the 1857 revolt. It highlights the clash between British and feudal India, emphasizing the crucial alliance between British authorities and feudal regimes in shaping the socio-political landscape of the nation. Through this lens, the book offers a detailed analysis of the complex dynamics that influenced India's historical trajectory during this period.