Ancient Cities of the Indus Valley Civilization

Name: Ancient Cities of the Indus Valley Civilization
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ISBN: 9780195779400

ISBN-10: 0195779401

ISBN-13: 9780195779400

Edition: N/A

Authors: Jonathan Mark Kenoyer

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This lavishly illustrated book presents a coherent and fascinating account of the Indus Valley civilization that will appeal to specialists and non-specialists alike. Kenoyer draws on the latest archaeological information from Harappa, Mohenjodaro, Dholavira, and other major sites as well as on his considerable knowledge of South Asian societies and ancient technologies. He addresses such enduring topics as the nature and role of the Indus writing system, the Indus religino as evidenced through sculpture and architecture, the political organization of Indus city-states, long-distance trade and the importance of merchants in Indus society, and the daily life of the diverse inhabitants of the…

Book details

List price: $70.00
Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Publication date: 10/8/1998
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 260
Size: 10.90" wide x 8.90" long x 0.90" tall
Weight: 2.882
Language: English



Foreword


Preface


Acknowledgements



Introduction



Origins of Urban Society



Indus Cities, Towns and Villages



The Indus Script and Its Uses



Rulers and Traders of the Indus Cities



Religious Art and Symbols



People and Professions



Technology and Crafts



Decline and Legacy of the Indus Cities


Catalogue


Bibliography


Index


Credits