Exploring South Asian Urbanity

This book explores the typologies of cities and ideas of urbanity in South Asia, analyzing the unique planning concepts, archaeology, art, culture, life, and philosophy of ancient and modern cities. It provides rich details about heterogeneity, rituals, festivals, social stratification, penal systems, famines, and insurrections, and is of interest to researchers and students in ancient and modern history, archaeology, urban studies, sociology, geography, cultural studies, post-colonial studies, and South Asian studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 354 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the fascinating world of cities and urbanity, with a special focus on cities in South Asia. It offers a rich and detailed analysis of the unique planning concepts, archaeology, art, culture, life, and philosophy of ancient and modern South Asian cities.

Drawing upon a wide range of archeological and literary sources, the volume provides a wealth of information about the diverse aspects of these cities, including their heterogeneity, rituals, festivals, social stratification, penal systems, famines, and insurrections.

The book offers a comprehensive exploration of ancient and modern cities in South Asia, including Lahore, Dhaka, and Calcutta, among many others. It sheds light on the rich tapestry of these cities' histories, cultures, and architectural heritage.

This book is of immense interest to researchers and students in the fields of ancient and modern history, archaeology, urban studies, urban and town planning, urban sociology, urban geography, cultural studies, post-colonial studies, ancient and medieval architecture, heritage studies, conservation studies, and South Asian studies. It provides a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike, offering a deeper understanding of the complex and diverse urban landscapes of South Asia.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032114286