Benjamin B. Cohen
2 books
About the Author
Benjamin B. Cohen is a distinguished historian and author whose work illuminates the intricate social dynamics of colonial India. With a PhD in South Asian history from the University of Chicago, he has dedicated his career to uncovering the overlooked stories of everyday life under British rule, blending meticulous archival research with vivid narrative flair. Cohen's explorations delve into the intersections of gender, culture, and power, offering fresh perspectives on the Raj era. His acclaimed book, An Appeal to the Ladies of Hyderabad: Scandal in the Raj, examines a notorious 19th-century controversy that exposed the hypocrisies of colonial society and the agency of Indian women. Currently a professor at the University of Utah, Cohen continues to lecture widely and contribute to scholarly journals on imperial history.
Writing style
scholarly
engaging
narrative-driven
