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9788119626472 | Hardback | 299 | 2024 | Niyogi Books
Cochin: Fame and Fables traces the history of Cochin (now Kochi), a small port town that was a popular destination for explorers, traders, and chroniclers throughout history.

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9788119626472 | HB | pp. 299 | 2024 | Niyogi Books

Cochin: Fame and Fables traces the history of Cochin (now Kochi), a small port town that was a popular destination for explorers, traders, and chroniclers throughout history.

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M.K. Das’s Cochin: Fame and Fables is a captivating exploration of the city’s rich history, cultural tapestry, and the legends that have woven themselves into its fabric. The book delves into the city’s evolution, from its ancient origins to its modern-day status as a vibrant metropolis.

Cochin, strategically located on the Malabar Coast, has been a crossroads of civilizations for centuries. Its strategic position and natural harbor attracted traders, explorers, and settlers from various parts of the world. The book traces the city’s journey through the eras of different rulers, including the Cholas, the Perumals, the Portuguese, the Dutch, and the British. Each period left its mark on Cochin, shaping its architecture, culture, and traditions.

Cochin: Fame and Fables also explores the city’s rich maritime history. The book discusses the role of Cochin as a major spice trading center and the significance of its port in connecting India to the world. The author sheds light on the lives of European explorers like Vasco da Gama and the Portuguese navigator, Cabral, who played crucial roles in establishing Cochin’s maritime prominence.

The book delves into the fascinating legends and folklore associated with Cochin. The legend of the “Cochin Jews” and their connection to the lost tribes of Israel is one such tale that has captured the imagination of many. The book also explores the stories of mythical figures like the “Paravur Veeran,” a local hero who is said to have protected the city from invaders.

In addition to its historical and cultural aspects, the book also touches upon the city’s contemporary life. It discusses the challenges faced by Cochin in recent years, such as rapid urbanization, environmental concerns, and the preservation of its heritage.

Cochin: Fame and Fables is a comprehensive and engaging account of a city that has witnessed centuries of history and cultural exchange. Through its exploration of Cochin’s past, present, and legends, the book offers readers a deeper understanding of this vibrant and fascinating metropolis.

Author:

M K Das
ISBN:

9788119626472
Publisher:

Niyogi Books
Binding:

Hardback
Pages:

299
Year of Publication:

2024
Edition:

First
Condition:

New
Country of Origin:

India

About the Creators

M K Das is a Kochi-based writer and columnist with a career in print media spanning over four decades. He was the resident editor of the southern edition of The Financial Express. Later he was the Editor (Kerala) first of The Indian Express and later of The New Indian Express. His books include Anchor Cochin, a coffee-table volume on Cochin published by the Cochin Port Trust; A Southern Odyssey, the corporate story of the Trichur-based South Indian Bank; Tryst With Bulls and Bears about the Cochin-based Geojit Financial Services Ltd., A Journey Through Time 1857- 2007 about the Cochin Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which he coauthored; and Saga of Kalpathy, about the migration of Tamil Brahmins to Kerala since 13th century.

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