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Making Sense of History: Society, Culture and Politics

Mushirul Hasan
Manohar
2003
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Summary: 
This book is a historian's exploration of the past and present, but mostly reflect Professor Hasan's present-day concerns. Thus, he writes on September 11, on Palestine and on pogrom in Gujarat. He dwells on the rise of Hindu nationalism and Islamic fundamentalism and critically evaluates their cultural and ideological resources. Readers seeking an understanding of aspects of Indian history and contemporary affairs will find a sensitive handling of the various social, cultural and political issues.
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English