Books by Ian Talbot

'India and Pakistan' provides an historical understanding of the chequered process of nation-building in the subcontinent. In particular, Talbot examines the role of 'parochial' allegiances and the impact of contemporary processes of economic and cultural globalisation on nationalist and localist allegiances.

A first general history of one of the greatest cities of South Asia, examining the impact of colonialism: socially, architecturally and politically

This is a study of Khizr Tiwana, the Unionist Premier of the Punjab during the climactic period 1942-1947. It includes an examination of the clash between Khizr and Jinnah, the Muslim League leader, over the issue of the region's unity versus Muslim separatism.

The city of Amritsar has been a focus for political and religious conflict since the partition of 1947. This work brings together 25 first-hand accounts of life in a city at the epicentre of one of the largest and bloodiest forced migrations in history. It explores experiences from the time of partition.

A thorough guide to the diagnosis of colorectal conditions, both common and rare, providing expert guidance in the handling of biopsy specimens.