Chandernagore

• Author: Shailendranath Sen
• Genre: History - Collection of Essays
• Cover: Hardcover 
• ISBN: 9789389876444
• Pages: 476
• Weight: 634 grams

Summary:
Chandernagore, a city located near Kolkata, was once a French colony. Over the years, this city has undergone significant transformations. The city was once a center for revolutionary activities against the British and later became a French colony, making its history intriguing. Professor Shailendranath Sen, in this book, delves into the rich and fascinating history of Chandernagore, gathering a vast amount of unknown information from French and Indian sources. The author has also uncovered valuable historical data from the personal papers of Devendranath Das, a leading political figure of Chandernagore.

Sen, a meticulous historian, highlights the struggles of the people of Chandernagore against French colonial rule. The book examines Chandernagore’s journey in the larger context of French colonies, including Pondicherry. The non-violent movement by the people of Chandernagore culminated in the peaceful referendum of 1949, which marked the first referendum in independent India. The French rule and its eventual end in Chandernagore are discussed in depth in this scholarly work.

The book is a high-quality research piece and holds significant value in the study of the history of West Bengal and India's colonial past. It provides essential insights into the French colonial legacy and the process that led to the peaceful transition of Chandernagore into independent India.

About the Author:
Shailendranath Sen is a former professor of History at Calcutta University and is currently an honorary professor at the same institution since 2005. He is a Fellow of the Asiatic Society and has made significant contributions to Maratha history. He is also known for his works on Ancient Indian History and India's Independence Movement, which have been widely recognized and appreciated.

Cover Image: The historical door of the 1720 Chandernagore Battle