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Utkarsh Patel
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Binding
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Number of Pages
312
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
Indra: The Rise And Fall Of A Hero Takes You Through A Thoughtfully Documented Journey Into IndiaโS Fountain Pen History, Tracing The Spark Of Innovation In The Early 1900SโFrom A Bengali Doctor In Varanasi Who Helped Birth The First Indian Fountain Pen To The Era When Foreign Brands Came To Dominate The Market. This Historical Exploration Is Written For Curious Readers And Learners AlikeโHistory Buffs, Business Students, Pen Enthusiasts, And Anyone Interested In How Craft, Economy, And Culture Intertwine. The Tone Is Insightful, Nostalgic, And Educational, Inviting Readers To Understand Why This Chapter Of Indian Manufacturing Matters.
Structured As A Careful Narrative, Indra: The Rise And Fall Of A Hero Moves Through Time With Clarity, Weaving Archival Details, Industry Profiles, And Regional Perspectives Into A Cohesive Story. It Delves Into The Pre-Independence Manufacturing Base For Pens, Nibs, And Ink, And Follows The Seismic Shifts Triggered By Post-Independence Economic Policies. This Book Stands Out As The First Comprehensive Documentation Of All Known Fountain Pen, Nib, And Ink Manufacturers In India, Offering A Grounded Portrait Of A Landscape That Shaped A Generation Of Artisans And Entrepreneurs. The Experience Is Engaging, Balancing Rigorous Research With Human-Scale Storytelling That Highlights The People Behind The PensโThe Craftsmen, The Shopkeepers, And The Policy-Makers Who Steered The Course Of Indian Ink And Industry.
After Finishing Indra: The Rise And Fall Of A Hero, Readers Gain A Richer Understanding Of IndiaโS Industrial Past And How Policy Shapes Markets For Craft Goods. It Leaves You Feeling Thoughtful About The Resilience Of Indian Craftsmanship And Inspired By The Potential For A Renewed, Globally Relevant Future For Indian Fountain Pens. The Book Offers Lasting Insight Into How Culture And Commerce Evolve Together, Leaving A Sense Of Possibility And Confidence About What Comes Next.
Product Details
Author
Utkarsh Patel
Publisher
Rupa Publications
Number of Pages
312
Language
English
SKU
9789355205407
ISBN
9789355205407
Reading Age
All
Binding
Paperback
MRP: โน 395
โน 376
โน 19 Off