Bombay brokers

"Bombay Brokers collect thirty-six character profiles of men and women whose knowledge and labor--which is often seen as morally suspect--are essential for navigating everyday life in Bombay, one of the world's most complex, dynamic, and populous cities."--

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Other Authors: Björkman, Lisa, 1977- (Editor)
Language:English
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Online Access:Link to e-book
Summary:"Bombay Brokers collect thirty-six character profiles of men and women whose knowledge and labor--which is often seen as morally suspect--are essential for navigating everyday life in Bombay, one of the world's most complex, dynamic, and populous cities."--
Item Description:Includes index.
Physical Description:1 online resource (xii, 452 pages) : illustrations, maps
Published: Durham : Duke University Press, 2021.
ISBN:1478013087
9781478013082
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