{"product_id":"the-origin-of-bombay-1900-jose-gerson-da-cunha-9781167230479","title":"The Origin Of Bombay (1900)","description":"The Origin of Bombay is a historical book written by Jose Gerson Da Cunha in 1900. The book covers the early history of Bombay, a city located in western India. It delves into the city's origins, tracing its development from a small fishing village to a bustling metropolis. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of Bombay's history. It begins with an overview of the city's geography and climate, followed by a discussion of the various ethnic groups that have inhabited the region over the centuries. The book then delves into the early history of the city, including its founding by the Portuguese in the 16th century and its subsequent transfer to British rule. It also covers the city's role in the Indian independence movement and its transformation into a major commercial and cultural center in the 19th and 20th centuries. Throughout the book, Da Cunha draws on a wide range of sources, including historical documents, maps, and personal accounts, to provide a detailed and engaging account of Bombay's past. He also offers insights into the city's unique cultural and social dynamics, exploring the ways in which its diverse communities have interacted and shaped its development over the years. Overall, The Origin of Bombay is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of India or the development of major cities around the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jose Gerson Da Cunha\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1167230477\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781167230479\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/10\/2010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 390\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.15lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.80d","brand":"Jose Gerson Da Cunha","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":43924424229119,"sku":"9781167230479","price":35.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/products\/img_53c67b99-b48a-4bac-b39b-f82965dd36e1.jpg?v=1681071335","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-origin-of-bombay-1900-jose-gerson-da-cunha-9781167230479","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}