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The book explores spinning as a significant political and economic activity in South Asia, highlighting its role in uniting diverse communities. It examines the evolution of spinning from its colonial roots in Company painting to its strategic use in the anti-colonial movement, revealing how it served as both a visual symbol and a practice of resistance. Through this lens, the author delves into the complex interplay between art, politics, and identity in the region's history.
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Gandhi's Spinning Wheel and the Making of India, Rebecca Brown
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- Released
- 2013
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- Title
- Gandhi's Spinning Wheel and the Making of India
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Rebecca Brown
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales)
- Released
- 2013
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 166
- ISBN13
- 9780415635950
- Category
- Compatriot and Exile literature, Social sciences, Maps and Travel, World history, Geography / Topography, Political Science / Politics
- Description
- The book explores spinning as a significant political and economic activity in South Asia, highlighting its role in uniting diverse communities. It examines the evolution of spinning from its colonial roots in Company painting to its strategic use in the anti-colonial movement, revealing how it served as both a visual symbol and a practice of resistance. Through this lens, the author delves into the complex interplay between art, politics, and identity in the region's history.