Spinning Yarns

Bengal Textile Industry in the Backdrop of John Taylor's Report on 'Dacca Cloth Production' (1801)

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• Sushil Chaudhury

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• 264 Seiten
• 10 Lesestunden

• Wirtschaft

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The narrative explores the global significance of Bengal textiles from the mid-seventeenth century until their decline following the British conquest in 1757. It highlights the craftsmanship and cultural impact of these textiles, detailing their widespread appeal and the factors contributing to their eventual downfall. Through this historical lens, the book examines the interplay between local artisans and international markets during a transformative period in Bengal's history.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2020
• Einband: Hardcover