This book was written by me in Ahmadnagar Fort prison during the five months, April to September, 1944. Some of my colleagues in prison were good enough to read the manuscript and make a number of valuable suggestions. On revising the book in prison 1 took advantage of these suggestions and made some additions. No one, I need hardly add, is responsible for what I have written or necessarily agr…
A collection of readings, arranged in chronological order, intended to provide source material for students in history and social scinece. Separate chapters are devoted to the parallel developments in Papua and the Territory of New Guinea. Brief narrative passages provide continuity between extracts and chapters
A detailed historical and political account of Nehru’s crucial early years as the first Prime Minister of independent India. This volume explores Nehru’s leadership during the nation-building period, his domestic policies, foreign relations, and the challenges India faced after independence. Drawing on archival materials, personal papers, and official documents, Gopal provides deep insights…
Modern India: The Origins of an Asian Democracy by Judith M. Brown offers a thematic and analytical exploration of India’s political development over the last two centuries. The book traces how colonial rule, social change, and political institutions shaped a democratic India. Brown examines the interaction between indigenous social structures and Western political ideas, highlighting how cul…
Peter Hastings's New Guinea: Problems and Prospects is an in-depth analysis of the political, social, and economic conditions of New Guinea during its transition to self-government. It highlights the key challenges facing the region, including its high ethnic diversity, geographic barriers, limited infrastructure, and the dynamics of the colonial relationship between Australia and Papua New Gui…
A concise and engaging biography of Mohandas K. Gandhi written by renowned journalist and historian Louis Fischer. The book highlights Gandhi’s early life, moral development, and his leadership in India’s nonviolent struggle for independence. Fischer captures Gandhi’s spiritual principles, political strategies, and enduring influence on global movements for peace, justice, and human right…
Kuwait: A Nation’s Story by Peter Vine is a historical and documentary work that charts Kuwait’s journey from a traditional coastal society to a modern, pivotal state in the Gulf region. The book examines Kuwait’s political, social, and economic development, including its early maritime trade, oil discoveries, urban transformation, and the dynamics of its international relations. Through …
Iran (Persia) in Pictures karya Jon A. Téta merupakan buku visual informatif yang menampilkan gambaran menyeluruh tentang Iran melalui rangkaian foto dan penjelasan singkat. Buku ini menghadirkan keindahan lanskap Iran—dari gurun, pegunungan, hingga kota-kota bersejarah—serta kekayaan budaya yang telah berkembang selama ribuan tahun. Selain menyoroti warisan arsitektur, tradisi masyarakat,…
The New History of India by Stanley Wolpert offers a readable yet comprehensive narrative of India’s history, covering nearly 4,000 years from ancient civilization to modern political developments. Wolpert examines major themes such as religion, empire, nationalism, and identity, while paying close attention to persistent social inequalities, corruption, and political challenges. He highlight…
Buku Revolusi Iran pertama kali terbit tahun 1980 dan hingga kini merupakan salah satu rujukan berbahasa Indonesia terpenting mengenai peris tiwa itu, sebagai karya sejarah objektif, tanpa sudut pandang sektarian. Selain karena telah banyak permintaan dan usul agar buku ini diterbitkan kembali, Iran tetaplah menjadi negara yang menonjol di Timur Tengah, dengan hubungan yang tak pernah putus den…