9781333997250 - catalogue of the collection of maps, prints and photographs illustrating the history of the island and city of bombay (classic reprint) di burns, cecil l. (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a look at the history of Bombay, India from its humble beginnings as a collection of small islands, to its growth into a major city of the British East India Company, and finally to its status as a modern metropolis. The author draws on a wealth of primary source materials, including maps, drawings, and photographs to tell the story of Bombay, and its inhabitants. The book offers insight into the development of Bombay as it transformed from a small outpost of the British Empire to a major trading hub. The author explores various themes throughout the book, including the impact of the British on Indian culture and society, the growth of the city's economy, and the struggle for Indian independence. The author concludes that Bombay is a city that forges ahead with a rich tapestry of history and culture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…