Sites of Modernity

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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.
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.
Covers a broad and varied geographical area Presents papers from a team of contributors with diverse academic backgrounds, methodologies and nationalities Focuses on important moments of transition through trade, colonialism and nationalism Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

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Wasana Wongsurawat

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Asian Cities Modernity Trade Colonialism Nationalism Urban City Civilization Migration Cultural-pluralism Colonial Heritage

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