Author: Madgaonkar Narayan Govind
Place: Pune
Publisher: Varda Books
Year: 2002
Pages: 367
Sub-Subject: Bombay
Keyword: History of Bombay
Classification: 711.4
Shelf: C3R5
Accession No: B1219
Abstract: This unique 7th-century book by Madgaonkar offers a detailed history of Mumbai, capturing its growth over seven years. It’s divided into three sections, highlighting the city’s development, including early noise pollution and industrial expansion. The book records the establishment of the railway, rising trade, and the introduction of income tax. It also emphasizes the role of tribes and the Parsi community in Mumbai’s progress. Madgaonkar even printed the Mumba Devi Mahatma in Sanskrit. Despite changes over time, some observations, like “the people of Mumbai do not have a fluid,” remain relevant today, showcasing the city’s enduring character.