Sanjay Subrahmanyam Pořadí knih

In the decades since its original publication in 1992, Symbols of Substance remains an indispensable reference for the study not only of South India but of early modern state formation in South Asia.

Exploring two centuries of interactions, this book delves into the rich historical connections among the regions surrounding the western Indian Ocean, particularly focusing on India, Iran, and Africa. It examines the cultural, economic, and political exchanges that shaped these areas, highlighting the impact of maritime trade and migration on their development. Through detailed analysis, the narrative uncovers how these interactions influenced local societies and fostered a shared maritime heritage.

A collection of essays that span many regions and cultures, by an award-winning historian Sanjay Subrahmanyam is becoming well known for the same sort of reasons that attach to Fernand Braudel and Carlo Ginzburg, as the proponent of a new kind of history - in his case, not longue durée or micro-history, but 'connected history': connected cross-culturally, and spanning regions, subjects and archives that are conventionally treated alone. Not a research paradigm, he insists, it is more of an oppositionswissenschaft, a way of trying to constantly break the moulds of historical objects. The essays collected here, some quite polemical - as in the lead text on the notion of India-as-civilization, or another, assessing such a literary totem as V. S. Naipaul - illustrate the breadth of Subrahmanyam's concerns, as well as the quality of his writing. Connected History considers what, exactly, is an empire, the rise of 'the West' (less of a place than an idea or ideology, he insists), Churchill and the Great Man theory of history, the reception of world literature and the itinerary of subaltern studies, in addition to personal recollections of life and work in Delhi, Paris and Lisbon, and concluding remarks on the practice of early-modern history and the framing of historical enquiry.

The book explores the interactions and dynamics of early modern Muslim and Christian empires, specifically focusing on the Iberian, Ottoman, and Mughal worlds. It delves into themes such as political economy, cultural representations, and the historiographical approaches to these empires, offering a comprehensive analysis of their complexities and interrelations.

This revisionist account reexamines Vasco da Gama's journey as the discoverer of the sea route to India between 1497 and 1499. It challenges traditional narratives, exploring the complexities of his character, motivations, and the broader implications of his voyages. The book delves into the cultural encounters and conflicts that arose during this period, providing a nuanced perspective on the impact of da Gama's expeditions on global trade and colonialism.

The book delves into how long-distance trade influenced the economic and political landscape of southern India. It examines the interconnectedness of trade routes and local economies, revealing the impact of commerce on societal structures and governance. Through detailed analysis, it highlights the significance of trade in shaping the region's historical development and its broader implications on power dynamics.