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ISBN: 9780816083626

ISBN-10: 0816083622

ISBN-13: 9780816083626

Edition: 2nd (Revised)

Authors: Walsh

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Admired for its spiritual traditions (two of the world's major religions Hinduism and Buddhism originated here), for its peaceful struggle for independence led by Mohandas K. Gandhi, and for its vibrant culture (from Bollywood and spicy cuisine to classical music and world-renowned authors), India has had a long and fascinating history. However, while most people are familiar with certain parts of Indian history and culture, the roots of the country's contemporary society and politics are not always well understood in the West. Covering approximately 5,000 years of history, A Brief History of India, Second Edition offers an accessible, reliable introduction to the rich and diverse history…

Book details

List price: $19.95
Edition: 2nd
Publisher: Facts On File, Incorporated
Publication date: 5/30/2011
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 432
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.25" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.232
Language: English



List of Illustrations


List of Maps


List of Tables


Acknowledgments


Note on Photos


Introduction



Land, Climate, and Prehistory



Caste, Kings, and the Hindu World Order (1000 B.C.E.-700 C.E.)



Turks, Afghans, and Mughals (600-1800)



The Jewel in the Crown (1757-1885)



Becoming Modernï¿½the Colonial Way (1800-1900)



Toward Freedom (1885-1920)



Gandhi and the Nationalist Movement (1920-1948)



Constructing the Nation (1950-1996)



Bollywood and Beyond (1947-2010)



India in the Twenty-first Century (1996-2010)


Appendixes



Basic Facts about India



Chronology



Bibliography



Suggested Reading


Index