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India
Author | : John Keay |
Publisher | : Open Road + Grove/Atlantic |
Total Pages | : 1074 |
Release | : 2011-04-12 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0802195504 |
The British historian and author of Into India delivers “a history that is intelligent, incisive, and eminently readable” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review). Fully revised with forty thousand new words that take the reader up to present-day India, John Keay’s India: A History spans five millennia in a sweeping narrative that tells the story of the peoples of the subcontinent, from their ancient beginnings in the valley of the Indus to the events in the region today. In charting the evolution of the rich tapestry of cultures, religions, and peoples that comprise the modern nations of Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh, Keay weaves together insights from a variety of scholarly fields to create a rich historical narrative. Wide-ranging and authoritative, India: A History is a compelling epic portrait of one of the world’s oldest and most richly diverse civilizations. “Keay’s panoramic vision and multidisciplinary approach serves the function of all great historical writing. It illuminates the present.” —Thrity Umrigar, The Boston Globe
T is for Taj Mahal: An India Alphabet
Author | : Varsha Bajaj |
Publisher | : Weigl Publishers |
Total Pages | : 56 |
Release | : 2016-08-01 |
Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | : 1489652299 |
AV2 Fiction Readalong by Weigl brings you timeless tales of mystery, suspense, adventure, and the lessons learned while growing up. These celebrated children’s stories are sure to entertain and educate while captivating even the most reluctant readers. Log on to www.av2books.com, and enter the unique book code found on page 2 of this book to unlock an extra dimension to these beloved tales. Hear the story come to life as you read along in your own book.
India Discovered
Author | : John Keay |
Publisher | : HarperCollins |
Total Pages | : 244 |
Release | : 1988 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : |
This volume is a study of the European discovery of India's ancient past. Two hundred years ago, India was seen as a place with little history and less culture. Today it is revered for a notable prehistory, a magnificent classical age and a cultural tradition unique in both character and continuity. How this extraordinary change in perception came about is the subject of this book. The excitement of unearthing a city twice as old as Rome, the realization that the Buddha was not a god but a historical figure, the glories of a literature as rich as anything known in Europe, the drama of encountering a veritable Sistine chapel deep in the jungle, and the delight of categorizing 'the most glorious galaxy of monuments in the world' fell, for the most part, to men who were officials of the British Raj. Their response to the unfamiliar -- the explicitly sexual statuary, the incomprehensible scripts, the enigmatic architecture -- and the revelations which resulted, revolutionized ideas not just about India but about civilization as a white man's prerogative.
Discover India: Culture, Food and People
Author | : Sonia Mehta |
Publisher | : India Puffin |
Total Pages | : 64 |
Release | : 2019-12-20 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9780143445265 |
There's possibly no other country in the world that's as diverse as India. Thanks to its colourful history and influx of people from all over the world, India is today a glorious mix of religions, cultures, and traditions. Why does India have so many languages? What is 'Indian' food? How do people celebrate special occasions? Find out all about India's culture, food and people in this exciting book.
India Discovered: The Recovery of a Lost Civilization
Author | : John Keay |
Publisher | : HarperCollins UK |
Total Pages | : 33 |
Release | : 2010-08-19 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0007399642 |
Two hundred years ago, India was seen as a place with little history and less culture.Today it is revered for a notable prehistory, a magnificent classical age and a cultural tradition unique in both character and continuity. How this extraordinary change in perception came about is the subject of this fascinating book.
India After Gandhi: The History of the World's Largest Democracy
Author | : Ramachandra Guha |
Publisher | : Pan Macmillan |
Total Pages | : 871 |
Release | : 2017-07-13 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 1509883282 |
Ramachandra Guha’s India after Gandhi is a magisterial account of the pains, struggles, humiliations and glories of the world’s largest and least likely democracy. A riveting chronicle of the often brutal conflicts that have rocked a giant nation, and of the extraordinary individuals and institutions who held it together, it established itself as a classic when it was first published in 2007. In the last decade, India has witnessed, among other things, two general elections; the fall of the Congress and the rise of Narendra Modi; a major anti-corruption movement; more violence against women, Dalits, and religious minorities; a wave of prosperity for some but the persistence of poverty for others; comparative peace in Nagaland but greater discontent in Kashmir than ever before. This tenth anniversary edition, updated and expanded, brings the narrative up to the present. Published to coincide with seventy years of the country’s independence, this definitive history of modern India is the work of one of the world’s finest scholars at the height of his powers.
Discover India: Festivals of India
Author | : Sonia Mehta |
Publisher | : Puffin |
Total Pages | : 64 |
Release | : 2019-09-20 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9780143445258 |
India is a mix of many cultures and people, which means there are literally hundreds of reasons to celebrate! Have you ever wondered what Onam is all about? Why people eat hot cross buns at Easter? Are Pongal, Lohri and Sankranti all the same festival? Why do people fast during Ramzan? Get ready to find the answers to all of these questions and dive into the stories behind these festivals and many others.