The African Diaspora in India: Assimilation, Change and Cultural Survivals

By Purnima Mehta Bhatt

Book Overview

This book explores the understudied subject of African presence in India, focusing on the so-called Sidis, Siddis or Habshis who occupy a unique place in Indian history. The work draws from extant scholarly research and documentary sources to provide a comprehensive study of people of African descent in India and shed light on their experiences.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138284866
• ISBN13: 9781138284869
• Release Date: September 2017
• Publisher: Routledge India
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.7" x 8.7"