Essays in History of Science, Tecnology and Medicine
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The present volume comprising thirteen articles covers aspects the history of science, technology and medicine from the ancient to the modern period. It focuses on the scope and cultural orientations in science, history of different branches of colonial India. The role of technology in cultural nationalism, the scene of plural medicine in colonial Bengal and evolution of some indigenous pharmaceutical companies have been discussed in the discourse. It includes articles on the emerging role of 'assistive technology' for the disabled, a critique of government policy on healthcare in contemporary India and the history of healthcare institutions in ancient India. It will be of interest to researchers and general readers.
Product Overview
The present volume comprising thirteen articles covers aspects the history of science, technology and medicine from the ancient to the modern period. It focuses on the scope and cultural orientations in science, history of different branches of colonial India. The role of technology in cultural nationalism, the scene of plural medicine in colonial Bengal and evolution of some indigenous pharmaceutical companies have been discussed in the discourse. It includes articles on the emerging role of 'assistive technology' for the disabled, a critique of government policy on healthcare in contemporary India and the history of healthcare institutions in ancient India. It will be of interest to researchers and general readers.
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About the Authors
Amit Bhattacharyya taught in the Department of History at Jadavpur University. His areas of interest and research include Swadeshi industry, ancient and modern China and Japan, human rights, the Maoist movement, Swadeshi advertising, environmental issues, and the women’s movement.
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