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A deconstruction of the stereotypical depictions of the coolie in the British Empire.

The first comprehensive guide to Latin verse composition to be published in over one hundred years.

Meticulously researched and lucidly argued, this analysis is illuminated by a rare sensitivity to the nature of class formation and class values, as well as to the material conditions of human existence.

A unique investigation into the notion of social capital, analysing its misappropriation in development economics.

Exposes the attempts by developed countries to 'kick away the ladder' from developing countries trying to join the economic elite.

Investigates the social contradictions, class forces and efforts at political organization that lay behind the powerful nationalist movement in Uttar Pradesh the 1920s and '30s.

A rare insight into a turning point of Indian history, commemorating the second centenary of Tipu's final battle against the British at Sriranagapatnam in 1799.

A collection of historical and contemporary studies on India, which deal with diverse themes from religion to the environment, cultural studies to feminism.

A revealing investigation into the impact of capital-friendly liberalization on the fortunes of the working class in the Third World.

A memorial to Thorner's wide-ranging contribution to Indian economics.

This volume comprises essays from scholars around the world representing the wide range of Habib's interests and contributions.

This volume offers a collection of several of Professor Habib's essays, providing an insightful interpretation of the main currents in Indian history.