Calcutta - The Living City: v.1 The Past

Written by Calcutta's most noted scholars, writers, and artists, these lavishly illustrated books celebrate the tercentenary of India's most vibrant city. There are essays on the history, economy, art, music, literature, and cinema of Calcutta, while the people, places, and institutions that have shaped this teeming city over three centuries are brought to life in a series of fascinating portraits.