Indian Cotton Textiles in West Africa

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The book delves into the pivotal influence of West African consumers on the global economy, particularly through their demand for Indian cotton textiles. It highlights how this consumption shaped global trade patterns, affecting economies from Western Europe to South Asia. By examining the response of southern Indian textile production to West African demand, the study emphasizes African agency and the interconnectedness of trade networks established during European imperial expansion, ultimately illustrating the emergence of the modern global economy.