Calcutta 1940-1970: In the Photographs of Jayant Patel
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Calcutta 1940-1970: In the Photographs of Jayant Patel
Book Details
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Author: Soumitra Das
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Publisher: Niyogi Books Pvt. Ltd.
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Binding: Hardcover
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Number of Pages: 224
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Release Date: 27-11-2017
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ISBN: 9789386906021
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Languages: English
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Dimensions: 9.4 x 8.5 x 0.6 inches
About the Book
Calcutta 1940–1970: In the Photographs of Jayant Patel is a compelling visual journey through the historical and cultural evolution of Calcutta (now Kolkata) during one of the most pivotal periods in the city's history. This collection of black-and-white photographs, captured by Jayant Patel, the official photographer of the Government House (now Raj Bhavan), offers a rare and intimate look at the city's political life, architecture, and everyday life.
Patel's lens provides a snapshot of Calcutta before and after the Partition, documenting both the grandeur and the everyday struggles of a city that was once the second city of the British Empire. The images capture everything from political figures to street scenes, shedding light on the social and political changes that shaped the city’s identity.
This book serves as both a historical record and a visual tribute to a city at a crossroads in its history. With its rich imagery and narrative, it brings to life the transformation of Calcutta, a city that continues to hold a special place in the cultural and political landscape of India.
