{"title":"Joya Chatterji","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the insightful works of Joya Chatterji, one of the foremost historians of modern South Asia. Delve into her thought-provoking collection, where history and the intricacies of the military intertwine to paint a vivid picture of the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoya Chatterji's detailed research and nuanced narrative style bring to life significant historical moments and overlooked stories from South Asia. Her books, such as \u003cem\u003eShadows At Noon\u003c\/em\u003e, offer readers a unique perspective on the socio-political landscapes and military influences that have shaped the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChatterji’s writing is both educational and engaging, making complex historical themes accessible to a broad audience. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a newcomer to the subject, you'll find her work illuminating and enriching. Discover the depth of South Asian history through the eyes of an expert whose passion and expertise make history resonate with readers today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"shadows-at-noon-by-joya-chatterji-9781529925555","title":"Shadows At Noon","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShadows At Noon\u003c\/em\u003e tells the story of South Asia's twentieth century in eight chapters, authored by the Director of the Centre of South Asian Studies at Cambridge University, an undisputed authority on the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book differs from standard narrative histories of the subcontinent that concentrate exclusively on politics. Here, nature, objects, technologies, cultures, and people's evolving relationships to these elements and to each other take centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe structure of the book is unorthodox and thematic rather than chronological. Chapters address specific questions that might arise in the mind of a 'lay' but thoughtful reader. Each chapter remains chronological within itself, analysing change over a century in one particular sphere. This format allows the reader to explore issues such as the changing character of nationalism, migration, or consumption over time and in depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShadows At Noon\u003c\/em\u003e is a bold and innovative work that challenges the standard narratives of 'inherent' differences between India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. The purpose of the book is to make contemporary South Asia intelligible while sharing with the reader its infinite colour and excitement. 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Unlike other histories of the region which concentrate exclusively on politics, here food, leisure, and the household are given as much importance as nationhood, migration, and the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChatterji makes contemporary South Asia—its cultural vibrancy, diversity, social structures, and political make-up—accessible to everyone. In so doing, this bold, innovative, and personal work rallies against narratives of 'inherent' differences between India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh and reveals the many things its people have in common.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'The story of South Asia told with verve, wit and brilliance'\u003c\/strong\u003e — ANURADHA ROY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Chatterji writes with infectious relish'\u003c\/strong\u003e — DOMINIC SANDBROOK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Truly magnificent'\u003c\/strong\u003e — MIHIR BOSE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Wonderful'\u003c\/strong\u003e — SIR MARK TULLY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46343638745324,"sku":"9781847925497","price":72.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781847925497.jpg?v=1744011073"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/joya-chatterji.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}