Author: Tewari Sanjay
Place: Mumbai
Publisher: Naval Dockyard
Year: 2010
Pages: 187
Subject: Bombay/ Mumbai
Sub-Subject: Bombay
Keyword: Mumbai Naval Dockyard, Old Custom House, Lion Gate
Classification: 720.9
Shelf: C4R2
Accession No: B1232
Contents: Foreword Authors Note Chap I: The PhoenixRises Chap II: Through The Labyrinth Chap III: With Timber and Sail Chap IV: The Ship that Sailed Through Time Chap V: A Legacy of Excellence Chap VI: From Sail to Steam Chap VII: An Uneasy Calm Chap VIII: A Dark Tunnel and a Light in the Distance Chap IX: With an Eye on the Future Chap X: Epilogue Appendices
Abstract: “Through The Labyrinth of History” explores the 275-year evolution of Mumbai’s Naval Dockyard, highlighting its pivotal role in India’s maritime legacy. From its early establishment in *The Phoenix Rises* to the transition from sail to steam in *From Sail to Steam*, the book details the Dockyard’s journey through periods of war, peace, and modernization. It examines its golden era and challenges, showcasing resilience and adaptability. The narrative concludes with a forward-looking perspective on its future. Rich in historical analysis, the book is a testament to the Dockyard’s enduring influence on India’s maritime and global naval history.