Colonial Caregivers : Ayahs and the Gendered History of Race and Caste in British India

Omtale

By uncovering the historical lives and voices of Indian ayahs (nannies), Colonial Caregivers challenges British sentimentalization of the colonial home. The book provides valuable insights on colonial race, caste, gender, and class relations and will appeal to anyone interested in the history of South Asia and the British Empire.