Devasis Chattopadhyay ( Devasis )
@DevasisC
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An ordinary chap, in search of extraordinary : a Writer and a Columnist
India
Joined November 2010
RT @ChopraSanjeev: A captivating exploration of nine forgotten European lives in 19th-century Kolkata, revealing their unexpected roles in….
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Nine Colonial Lives That Shaped Calcutta: Devasis Chattopadhyay’s Fascinating Chronicle | Book Review by Dr Sanjeev Chopra, Ex-IAS
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.Once more for: Harry Hobbs. "For those patient enough to follow its meandering paths, the book offers a richly rewarding journey through the neglected lanes of time". ~ Outlook India.@niyogibooks.
outlookindia.com
This book takes readers on a richly rewarding journey through a flawed and fascinating Calcutta that once was
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:).Book Review: 11 Caucasians Who Crafted the Allure of Calcutta
deccanchronicle.com
This finely researched book explores the shared legacy of every person growing up in Kolkata.
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To survive famines, rural Indians in 19th-century were ready to migrate to newer locations for 2 square meals a day. East India Company exploited these individuals by luring them to migrate to various plantation colonies as bonded labour. Their story:.
thestatesman.com
Slavery was abolished throughout the British Empire by an Act of Parliament in 1833, effective from August 1, 1834, except in India. It took nearly an entire decade before the British Indian Law...
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Clipping of The Statesman Back Story of 'decoy slavery' , the horror stories of #Indian #Indentured #Labourers. a black spot on human #Civilisation & #History.
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Dated 23 Feb 2025
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RT @bsindia: #BookReview | Harry Hobbs of Kolkata and Other Forgotten Lives. @DevasisC’s research is remarkable. Importantly, he has made c….
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A society's history isn't just about kings and conquerors - it's the people who shape the story
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#BookReview | Harry Hobbs of Kolkata and Other Forgotten Lives. @DevasisC’s research is remarkable. Importantly, he has made connections to better-known moments in history and to current times as well, writes @ranjona .
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The Raj below the salt: Devasis Chattopadhyay's book brings history alive . It is people who make the story & efforts like Mr. Chattopadhyay's open our eyes to the past in lively & engaging ways .Book Review/Business Standard. @niyogibooks #history #story.
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A society's history isn't just about kings and conquerors - it's the people who shape the story
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RT @thetribunechd: ‘Harry Hobbs of Kolkata and Other Forgotten Lives’ by #DevasisChattopadhyay throws light on nine lives from 19th century….
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The absorbing accounts of the Europeans based in Calcutta put into shade the cruelness of colonialism.
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Hobnobbing with the unusual ."languidly elegant book, ‘Harry Hobbs of Kolkata and Other Forgotten Lives’. In Chattopadhyay’s engaging work, colonial rule fades into the background because the characters are so much fun".#History #Storytelling #society.
tribuneindia.com
The absorbing accounts of the Europeans based in Calcutta put into shade the cruelness of colonialism.
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Visit #niyogibooks to get yr copy of #Harry-Hobbs-of - Kolkata-and Other-Forgotten-Lives #KolkataBoiMela stall E48 near gat 3.
telegraphindia.com
Husna-Tara Prakash, Sreemati Mukherjee and Devasis Chattopadhyay discuss Kolkata as a vibrant city in the 19th century at AKLF 2025
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Thank you @DalrympleWill for your kind words about #HarryHobbsofKolkata. I hope to meet you again for inspiration. @TheAKLF @niyogibooks @Trisha_Niyogi.
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At just concluded @TheAKLF 2025 with @DalrympleWill after both our sessions, presenting him #HarryHobbsofKolkataandOther ForgottenLives, my book on 19th-century #Kolkata published by @niyogibooks .
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The National Library of India, Union Ministry of Culture, Govt. Of India, featured my interview and my book Harry Hobbs of Kolkata and Other Forgotten Lives in their social media communiqué. #niyogibooks #kolkata #aklf2025.
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Deep Dive into Kolkata’s Past .The happy stride of Harry Hobbs of Kolkata and Other Forgotten Lives continues. Published in The Pioneer - print, epaper, and online editions today. #harryhobbs #kolkata #history #niyogibooks.
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About the Book Book: Harry Hobbs of Kolkata and Other Forgotten Lives Author: Devasis Chattopadhyay Publisher: Niyogi Books Private Limited Price: Rs 595 Pages: 316 Devasis Chattopadhyay takes you...
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Views from #pundits welcome :)! But, come what may Reputation Management ( read #PR) is the key for future success of all and sundry. #PRistheKey .@elonmusk @apcoworldwide @PriyaAH_Vedanta @ToralPatelMD.
What Reputation Management Lacks? To claim its rightful space, Reputation Management must demonstrate its ability to drive critical initiatives and show a clear Return on Investment, states Devasis Chattopadhyay in his #RTViews. (@DevasisC)
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