Bengal has long been one of the key centres of civilisation and culture in the Indian subcontinent. However, Bengali identity – "Bengaliness" – is complicated by its long history of evolution, the fact that Bengal is now divided between India and Bangladesh, and by virtue of a very large international diaspora from both parts of Bengal. This book explores a wide range of issues connected with Bengali identity. Amongst other subjects, it considers the special problems arising as a result of the division of Bengal, and concludes by demonstrating that there are many factors which make for the idea of a Bengali identity.
1116280953
Being Bengali: At Home and in the World
Bengal has long been one of the key centres of civilisation and culture in the Indian subcontinent. However, Bengali identity – "Bengaliness" – is complicated by its long history of evolution, the fact that Bengal is now divided between India and Bangladesh, and by virtue of a very large international diaspora from both parts of Bengal. This book explores a wide range of issues connected with Bengali identity. Amongst other subjects, it considers the special problems arising as a result of the division of Bengal, and concludes by demonstrating that there are many factors which make for the idea of a Bengali identity.
58.99
In Stock
5
1
Being Bengali: At Home and in the World
254Being Bengali: At Home and in the World
254
58.99
In Stock
Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780415788052 |
---|---|
Publisher: | Taylor & Francis |
Publication date: | 12/09/2016 |
Series: | Routledge Contemporary South Asia Series |
Pages: | 254 |
Product dimensions: | 6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d) |
About the Author
From the B&N Reads Blog