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Author: Salim Lakha
Binding: Hardback
Published: Sterling Publishers., 1988
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This scholarly work meticulously chronicles the intricate development of capitalism and its profound impact on class structures within colonial India, focusing specifically on the vibrant industrial city of Ahmedabad. It presents a rigorous analysis of economic transformations and social stratifications that emerged during this pivotal historical period. The author argues for a nuanced understanding of how colonial policies intersected with indigenous economic practices, shaping the destiny of a burgeoning industrial society. Readers will find a comprehensive examination of labor relations, entrepreneurial endeavors, and the evolving power dynamics that defined the era. This essential text illustrates the complex interplay between global economic forces and local societal changes, offering invaluable insights for historians and social scientists alike.