{"product_id":"deccan-in-transition-1600-to-1800-european-dominance-and-maratha-sovereignty-9781032427164","title":"Deccan in Transition, 1600 to 1800: European Dominance and Maratha Sovereignty","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book explores the socio-cultural and historical trajectories of the Deccan plateau and coastal areas, discussing the diplomatic relations between the Marathas and European companies, naval policy, composite culture, caste and gender relations, dissent, and socio-political impact. It also examines the developments in art and architecture in the region. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 260 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 31 March 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive book delves into the socio-cultural and historical trajectories of the Deccan plateau, as well as the coastal areas of the present-day states of Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Goa. It explores the art of diplomacy by examining the diplomatic relations between the Marathas and various European companies, as well as the indigenous regional states. The author also delves into the Maratha naval policy, the evolution of a composite Deccani culture, and the cultural flux that was taking place within the Maratha country. Using an interdisciplinary approach, the volume examines how caste and gender relations operated, how the idea of dissent was generated, and the socio-political impact of various linguistic, ethnic, and religious groups. Additionally, the book discusses the developments in art and architecture in the Deccan through a study of monuments, sculptures, and paintings prevalent in the region.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePacked with rich archival sources, this book is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers interested in Indian history, colonial history, South Asian history, Maratha history, and history in general. It provides a deep understanding of the complex dynamics and cultural tapestry of the Deccan region during the historical period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781032427164\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Umesh Ashok Kadam","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44140614123770,"sku":"9781032427164","price":133.28,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1680272502105_book.jpg?v=1680363667","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/deccan-in-transition-1600-to-1800-european-dominance-and-maratha-sovereignty-9781032427164","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}