A Companion To The Indian Mutiny Of 1857
Edited by P.J.O. Taylor
Published by Oxford University Press: Delhi 1996 1st Edition
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This authoritative Oxford University Press volume examines the Indian Rebellion of 1857 through the lens of historical debate and social interpretation, presenting the uprising as a complex, regionally varied, and deeply contested event rather than a single unified revolt. Edited by Som Prakash Verma, the book situates the rebellion within broader nineteenth-century structures of British imperial rule, popular resistance, and political communication, exploring how grievances, ideologies, and local circumstances combined to produce one of the most significant challenges to colonial authority in South Asia. The essays and accompanying commentary reassess long-standing colonial narratives while engaging with Indian perspectives and modern historiographical debates surrounding nationalism, memory, and resistance.
A distinguishing feature of the work is its extensive and carefully curated visual material, including contemporary engravings and illustrations that vividly document both the violence and symbolism of the uprising as it was recorded in the nineteenth century. These images are integrated with scholarly analysis to show how the rebellion was represented, interpreted, and contested across time, revealing the power of visual culture in shaping historical understanding. By blending visual history with rigorous academic discussion, this volume offers a nuanced and accessible contribution to the study of empire and rebellion, and would particularly appeal to readers interested in Indian colonial history, the 1857 Uprising, postcolonial studies, and collectors of serious modern academic history from Oxford University Press."
Light wear to dustjacket with a couple of small creases etc. Small, neat inscription on front blank endpaper. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
