Sumit Chakrabarti Books

It analyses a range of literary texts and issues from contemporary culture, to model literary praxis of postsecular theory.

Focusing on Akshay Kumar Dutta's contributions, the book explores his ideological position between religion and rationalism during the pivotal debates of nineteenth-century Bengal. While prominent reformers like Rammohun Roy and Iswarchandra Vidyasagar have dominated discussions, this work aims to revive Dutta's legacy, highlighting him as a key figure in the intellectual transformation of the educated public in that era. Through this examination, it seeks to rectify his overlooked status in South Asian history.

Focusing on the role of the colonial clerk, or kerani, this book explores their cultural and social significance in nineteenth-century colonial India. It offers a comparative analysis of clerks in Calcutta and contemporary London, highlighting the differing manifestations of modernity in these two urban environments. Through this examination, the text sheds light on the complexities of colonial identity and the evolving nature of administrative roles during this period.