Exploring the interplay between India's geological landscape and its cultural evolution, this work delves into how human evolution, myths, and colonial influences have shaped the country's historical narrative. It examines the significance of aboriginality and the formation of the colonial state, providing a comprehensive understanding of Indian antiquity through a unique lens.
Trade, conquest and therapeutics in the eighteenth century
The eighteenth century marked a pivotal transformation in medicine, intertwining intellectual advancements with material wealth. This work explores how the discipline embraced a new materialism, reflecting the influence of global commerce and warfare on medical practices and materials. It highlights the dynamic interplay between emerging medical knowledge and the economic forces shaping the field during this era.
Focusing on the social and cultural history of bacteriology in colonial India, this book explores the intersection of colonial medical practices and the emergence of institutional frameworks. It examines how these scientific developments influenced social movements, highlighting the complexities of medical knowledge during this period. By situating bacteriology within the broader context of colonialism, the work sheds light on the transformative impact of science on society and health in India.
Medicine was transformed in the eighteenth century. Aligning the trajectories of intellectual and material wealth, this book uncovers how medicine acquired a new materialism as well as new materials in the context of global commerce and warfare. -- .