Kaushik Roy Knihy

An urgent analysis of global gender inequality and a passionately argued case for change by a pioneer in the movement for women's economic empowerment.

Focusing on twelve pivotal battles, the book examines how these conflicts have influenced India's history from ancient times to the Kargil War. It incorporates recent research on military technology, theory, and demographics, offering a cross-continental perspective. Each chapter highlights the unique characteristics of the battles, including weaponry, leadership styles, and soldiers' experiences, providing a comprehensive analysis of their significance in shaping the subcontinent's fate.

Focusing on the historical context, this book explores the theories and practical applications of modern insurgencies and counterinsurgencies (COIN). It delves into the evolution of these conflicts, examining key strategies, case studies, and the implications for contemporary warfare. By analyzing various insurgent movements and their counteractions, the text offers insights into the complexities of modern conflict and the lessons learned from past engagements.

Focusing on the military histories of regions outside western Europe during the premodern era, this book delves into the diverse conflicts, strategies, and cultural impacts that shaped these areas. It offers insights into lesser-known battles and military practices, highlighting the significance of these regions in the broader context of global history. Through detailed analysis, it uncovers the complexities of warfare and its influence on societal development beyond the traditional European narrative.

Focusing on the evolution of technology and warfare from the Stone Age to the Information Age, this book employs both top-down and bottom-up approaches to analyze conflicts across Eurasia. It highlights the intricate relationship between human agency and structural factors, detailing how civilian and military sectors have influenced technological advancements in warfare. By examining both interstate and intrastate conflicts, it serves as a comprehensive resource for researchers in world history, science and technology, and international relations.

By examining the history of warfare ideas in Asia from ancient times to today, the book contests the notion that rational secular concepts of warfare are solely a Western phenomenon. It provides a comprehensive analysis of military thought's evolution, making it a crucial resource for anyone interested in the diverse intellectual traditions surrounding warfare across different cultures and periods.

Die globale Geschichte von Technologie und Kriegsführung wird umfassend von der Steinzeit bis zum Informationszeitalter beleuchtet. Das Buch kombiniert Top-Down- und Bottom-Up-Methoden, um sowohl zwischenstaatliche als auch innerstaatliche Konflikte zu analysieren, mit einem besonderen Fokus auf eurasische Entwicklungen. Es verdeutlicht die komplexen Wechselwirkungen zwischen menschlichem Handeln und strukturellen Faktoren sowie den Einfluss von zivilen und militärischen Sektoren auf die Kriegsführung. Diese tiefgehende Analyse ist besonders wertvoll für Forscher in verschiedenen historischen und politischen Disziplinen.