Sites of Modernity

Asian Cities in the Transitory Moments of Trade, Colonialism, and Nationalism

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Anthropology, Sociology, History
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Author: ISBN: 9783662457269
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg Publication: April 28, 2016
Imprint: Springer Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9783662457269
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Publication: April 28, 2016
Imprint: Springer
Language: English

This book investigates, compares and contrasts the experience of entering into and engaging in modernity and the modern era in many parts of the Asian continent. It focuses on the coming into being, development, and transformation of major urban centers from Tokyo to Mumbai from the late 19th century to the present, providing a broad overview of this crucial period of transition in Asia, not only from diverse geographical and historical perspectives, but also incorporating a broad range of further disciplines.

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This book investigates, compares and contrasts the experience of entering into and engaging in modernity and the modern era in many parts of the Asian continent. It focuses on the coming into being, development, and transformation of major urban centers from Tokyo to Mumbai from the late 19th century to the present, providing a broad overview of this crucial period of transition in Asia, not only from diverse geographical and historical perspectives, but also incorporating a broad range of further disciplines.

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