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Book launch | Syndicates and Societies: Criminal Politics in Dhaka
This event celebrates the launch of David Jackman’s new book, Syndicates and Societies: Criminal Politics in Dhaka (Cambridge University Press). Based on years of research, the book reveals how syndicates shape life in Kawran Bazar, the largest marketplace in Bangladesh, and offers a new approach to understanding the nexus of crime and politics. The book traces the bazar’s history from a heartland of gangsters to being dominated by ruling party leaders and state officials. It follows a group of labourers as they seek a place in this world, aligning themselves to leaders, orchestrating bombings and fighting off rivals. Syndicates and Societies thus explores the relationship between crime and order, revealing a world of extortionists and informers, political muscle and union leaders.
David Jackman will discuss the book’s findings with Barbara Harriss-White (Professor Emeritus of Development Studies).
To be followed by a drinks reception.
Date:
11 November 2024, 17:00
Venue:
Queen Elizabeth House, 3 Mansfield Road OX1 3TB
Venue Details:
Seminar Room 1
Speakers:
Dr David Jackman (Oxford Department of International Development),
Professor Barbara Harriss-White ((Emeritus Professor of Development Studies, Oxford))
Organising department:
Oxford Department of International Development
Part of:
ODID Special Lectures & Seminars
Booking required?:
Not required
Audience:
Public
Editor:
Tamsin Kelk
