{"product_id":"white-black-journey-to-the-centre-of-imperial-calcutta","title":"White \u0026 Black: Journey to the centre of Imperial Calcutta","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"207\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"46\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"46\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"30\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Soumitra Das\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"78\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"78\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"62\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Niyogi Books\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"104\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"104\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"93\"\u003eLanguage\u003c\/strong\u003e: English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"135\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"135\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"118\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/strong\u003e: First Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"163\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"146\"\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9788189738433\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"182\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"182\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"175\"\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: 236\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"207\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"207\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"194\"\u003eCover\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"227\"\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"634\"\u003eThis book offers a clear-eyed examination of the changing face of Calcutta (now Kolkata). Focusing on the city’s built heritage inherited from the pre-Independence era, the narrative explores how this once-glorious city is now witnessing the final stages of ruination. The structures, though deteriorating, still bear traces of the elegance and grandeur that earned Calcutta the moniker \"City of Palaces.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003eThe book serves as a poignant exploration of the city’s architectural legacy, celebrating its rich history while lamenting the neglect and decay of many of its historical buildings. Through insightful analysis and vivid photography, Soumitra Das invites readers to experience the cultural and historical significance of these architectural landmarks, providing a deeper understanding of the city’s heritage and the forces that are eroding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1495\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eSoumitra Das\u003c\/strong\u003e is an expert on Kolkata's heritage and has contributed significantly to the documentation of the city's architectural landscape. His writings delve into the city's past, shedding light on its cultural evolution and the preservation challenges that its iconic buildings face today. Through his work, he highlights the importance of heritage conservation in an urbanizing world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niyogi Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49976343626032,"sku":"Niyogi_9788189738433","price":2121.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/niyogi-books-book-default-title-white-black-journey-to-the-centre-of-imperial-calcutta-41366192390448.jpg?v=1775965628","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/bn\/products\/white-black-journey-to-the-centre-of-imperial-calcutta","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}