The wonder that was India Vol. 1 - A survey of the history and culture of the Indian sub-content before the coming of the Muslims (Record no. 81229)
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| 020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER | |
| International Standard Book Number | 978-93-89109-34-4 |
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| Transcribing agency | Picador India |
| 082 ## - DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION NUMBER | |
| Classification number | 934 B2916 W |
| Item number | 301916 |
| 100 ## - MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME | |
| Personal name | A. L. Basham |
| 245 ## - TITLE STATEMENT | |
| Title | The wonder that was India Vol. 1 - A survey of the history and culture of the Indian sub-content before the coming of the Muslims |
| 260 ## - PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC. | |
| Place of publication, distribution, etc. | New Delhi |
| Name of publisher, distributor, etc. | Picador India |
| Date of publication, distribution, etc. | 2019 |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION | |
| Extent | xxxi,572 Pp |
| 521 ## - TARGET AUDIENCE NOTE | |
| Target audience note | People all around the world are fascinated by Indian history, culture and the way people are still connected with their roots. This book covers comprehensive Indian history that includes culture, religion, governance, social evolution, tradition, languages, philosophy and science. It reveals the glorious pas of India from the time of Harappa civilization and settlement to Aryan invasion theory.<br/><br/>Starting from Indus Valley civilization along with detailed information about Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro, the book explores early time periods that throw light on India’s rich cultural heritage. It traces various time periods and eras of Indian history with extensive source of text, which is narrative, simple to understand and keeps the reader engaged.<br/><br/>Following massive research and findings, the author has even explained about Aryan invasion theory in the book. Furthermore, the book even talks about evolution of Hindu religion that has been followed from the Harappa times and even at the time when Aryans invaded India.<br/><br/>The book also highlights some common beliefs and influences in Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. All regions in India are influenced by each other, but it was Jainism and Buddhism that mainly brought non-violence and vegetarian aspect into Indian religions.<br/><br/>For those who are looking forward to learn some interesting facts about Indian history and culture, the book contains almost everything: from traces of ancient invasions to modern-day evolution for the readers to enjoy and gain knowledge about. |
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| Dewey Decimal Classification | Non-fiction | Sruthy | Sruthy | General Stacks | 20/08/2020 | Amazon.in | 934 B2916 W 301916 | 301916 | 25/03/2021 | 25/03/2021 | Books |