An Introduction to South Asia
B.H. Farmer(Author)
Routledge (Publisher)
1st Edition
Published on 13. May 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
210 pages
978-1-032-98048-5 (ISBN)
Description
Originally published in 1983 and here reissuing the second edition of 1993, An Introduction to South Asia presents the geographical and historical background to the diversities of the region. From the legacy of the colonial period and the controversies that surrounded partition and independence, the book traces the consequences of social divisions, particularly of religion, caste and language, into contemporary politics. Interwoven issues on environments, sociology, politics, and economies combine to explain development patterns and problems, the processes behind them, and the reciprocal impact of South Asia and the wider world.
This fully updated second edition provides new material on environmental issues, the causes and consequences of natural disasters, and the role of women in the region. It provides a comprehensive, interdisciplinary guide to the varying environments-natural, social, political, and economic-that characterize South Asia.
This fully updated second edition provides new material on environmental issues, the causes and consequences of natural disasters, and the role of women in the region. It provides a comprehensive, interdisciplinary guide to the varying environments-natural, social, political, and economic-that characterize South Asia.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Postgraduate
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Weight
390 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-032-98048-5 (9781032980485)
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Person
B. H. Farmer was Emeritus Reader in South Asian Geography, University of Cambridge and a Fellow of St John's College.
Content
Preface to the second edition 1. Introduction: The definition, importance and interest of South Asia 2. The environments of South Asia: Natural and social 3. The British period, the coming of independence and partition 4. Political developments within South Asia since Independence 5. South Asia: International Relations 6. Economic developments in South Asia since Independence