A History of Modern South Asia: Politics, States, Diasporas

A History of Modern South Asia: Politics, States, Diasporas

Ian Talbot • Yale University Press

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ISBN-10: 0300216599 · ISBN-13: 978‑0300216592 · 2016 · 1st Edition

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Ian Talbot provides a comprehensive examination of modern South Asia, shifting the analytical focus from strictly national narratives to a broader regional perspective. The text explores the complex interplay between state formation, political evolution, and the enduring impact of colonial legacies on the Indian subcontinent. By integrating the experiences of the diaspora, the work offers a nuanced understanding of the social and political transformations that have defined the region since the mid-twentieth century.

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