Ramachandra Guha is a distinguished writer whose work delves into diverse and significant themes, offering profound insights into environmentalism, social histories, and the human condition. His essays and books, translated across the globe, reveal a keen analytical mind and a compelling narrative style. Guha's approach to writing is characterized by meticulous research and a deep understanding of the subjects he explores, making his work both informative and engaging for a wide readership. He crafts narratives that illuminate complex topics with clarity and depth.
This book presents an interpretative ecological history of the Indian subcontinent. Using a general theory of ecological history, the authors provide a fresh interpretation of India's history, including an ecological account of the caste system and a sociological analysis of resource use. The Second Edition comes with a new Preface by the authors.
This is an omnibus edition of two books that have radically altered our understanding of Indian history. This Fissured Land presents an interpretive ecological history of the sub-continent. Ecology and Equity is a spirited intervention into the environment development debate.