Calcutta in Colonial Transition

Book Details

• Publisher: Routledge

• Author: SEN

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st Edition

• ISBN: 9780367360825

• Pages: 298

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 1.2 inches

About The Book

Calcutta: A Global City in Making by SEN offers a deep and analytical exploration of Calcutta’s transformation into a global city, tracing its history from the nineteenth century to its early colonial growth. The book provides a comprehensive understanding of urbanization patterns, the economic forces at play, and the social and cultural forces that shaped the city. Through twelve detailed chapters, the author examines Calcutta’s rise and decline, offering insights into the city's power dynamics, morphology, identity, and its place within the broader global economy.

The text covers significant periods in Calcutta's history, from its early growth as a city of palaces to its challenges during de-industrialization and the advent of British capital. It also delves into Bengali business enterprises during the colonial era and examines the money culture that emerged in the city. Each chapter reflects on Calcutta’s development from different perspectives, including economic, cultural, and political lenses, offering readers a multidimensional view of the city’s complex history. This book is an invaluable resource for those interested in urban studies, colonial history, and the development of global cities.