A detailed account by an American sociologist of the riots between Muslims and Hindus in Bengal; Bihar; the United Provinces; Punjab; and Bombay that led to the partition of the sub-continent and the establishment of Pakistan and India. Written shortly after the events; it is based on interviews; actual observation of events including the accompaniment of police on efforts at control; official reviews; and detailed newspaper coverage. It is important and has been widely quoted both for its analysis of the sub-continent and for what it contributes to the analysis of urban riots more generally.
#383536 in Books Trevor Bryce 2016-10-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 4.20 x .20 x 6.70l; .0 #File Name: 0198726473144 pagesBabylonia A Very Short Introduction Very Short Introductions
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excellent overviewBy Richard L. RankinDon't have time to study extensively0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Exactly what I wantedBy Daniel MarinoOne of the better titles in this series that I have read. Picked up a copy at the British Museum in London a few days ago after spending hours looking at various Mesopotamian artifacts. Bryce did a good job of giving a general overview of the Babylonian civilization in a fast paced and comprehensible way. Glad I picked it up and now feel that I have some familiarity with the subject.
