The Making of Mumbai Deluxe

• Author: Benny Aguiar
• Publisher: Not specified
• Language: English
• Edition: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9789350152379
  
• Pages: 324
• Weight: 0.881 kg
• Dimensions: 24 × 19 × 1.8 cm

About the Book:

This book provides a comprehensive and detailed narrative of Mumbai's fascinating history, written by Fr. Benny Aguiar. It offers insights into the city's evolution across centuries, from its ancient origins to its present-day cosmopolitan status.

Key Highlights:

• Ancient Beginnings: The book explores evidence of early human presence in Mumbai, including the flintstones in Backbay and the Kanheri and Elephanta caves, which reveal the influence of the Aryan and Buddhist civilizations in the region.
• Maratha Rule: It highlights the era when Shivaji and the Maratha Empire ruled Bassein and Salsette for nearly sixty years, a lesser-known aspect of Mumbai's history.
• British Transformation: The book also examines how British colonization helped shape Mumbai into a cosmopolitan and industrial powerhouse.
• Catholic Influence: The history of the Catholic community is of particular importance, detailing how Portuguese missionaries not only brought Christianity but also cultural influences that shaped the city.
• Preserving Mumbai's Legacy: The author calls for contemporary Mumbaikars to appreciate and preserve the legacy left by early traders, rulers, and missionaries.

This hardbound edition offers a thorough exploration of Mumbai's past, with special emphasis on the Maratha rule, colonial history, and Catholic heritage, making it an important resource for anyone interested in the historical and cultural evolution of Mumbai.