The Godrej Literature Live! Mumbai LitFest 2026: Dr. Jehangir Sorabjee Launches Bombay: An Illustrated History, Celebrating The City's Lost Heritage
The third day of the Godrej Literature Live! Mumbai LitFest 2026 celebrated the city's rich past with the launch of Bombay: An Illustrated History , a new book by Dr. Jehangir Sorabjee. Unveiled during a session titled The Big Draw , the book launch was followed by an engaging conversation between Sorabjee and Asad Lalljee, exploring Mumbai's evolving identity, forgotten heritage and enduring…
On the third day of the Godrej Literature Live! Mumbai LitFest 2026, Dr. Jehangir Sorabjee unveiled a new illustrated history book titled "Bombay: An Illustrated History." The launch event included a discussion between Sorabjee and Asad Lalljee, focusing on the city's evolving identity, forgotten heritage, and enduring charm. The session took place at the "The Big Draw" and aimed to showcase Mumbai's history through photographs and illustrations.
Bombay: An Illustrated History traces the city's transformation from a colonial port to the present-day metropolis, highlighting the people, events, and urban histories that shaped its unique character. The book is the work of Dr. Sorabjee, a prominent physician, educator, and author who is also passionate about photography and preserving the city's heritage.
As a Professor of Medicine and Head of Department at the Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences, Dr. Sorabjee has specialized in infectious diseases and internal medicine while documenting Mumbai through photographs and illustrated works.
During the conversation between Sorabjee and Lalljee, the authors discussed the nuances of the book, focusing on Mumbai's lost beauty, architectural heritage, and changing urban landscape. They explored the contradictions that define the city, from its colonial legacy to its modern developments. The discussion emphasized the importance of preserving the stories, structures, and cultural influences that contribute to Mumbai's identity.
The event offered attendees a chance to reflect on the city beyond its towering skyscrapers and revisit its rich history through visual storytelling.
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