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'A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India : From the Stone Age to the 12th Century (English) 1st Edition
by Upinder Singh
Format: HardbackDeveloped as a comprehensive introductory work for scholars and students of ancient and early medieval Indian history this books provides the most exhaustive overview of the subject. Dividing the vast historical expanse from the stone age to the 12th century into broad chronological units it constructs... Read more
Developed as a comprehensive introductory work for scholars and students of ancient and early medieval Indian history this books provides the most exhaustive overview of the subject. Dividing the vast historical expanse from the stone age to the 12th century into broad chronological units it constructs profiles of various geographical regions of the subcontinent weaving together and analysing an unparalleled range of literary and archaeological evidence. Dealing with prehistory and protohistory of the subcontinent in considerable detail the narrative of the historical period breaks away from conventional text-based history writing. Providing a window into the world primary sources it incorporates a large volume of archaeological data along with literary epigraphic and numismatic evidence. Revealing the ways in which our past is constructed it explains fundamental concepts and illuminates contemporary debates discoveries and research. Situating prevailing historical debates in their contexts Ancient and Early Medieval India presents balanced assessments encouraging readers to independently evaluate theories evidence and arguments. Beautifully illustrated with over four hundred photographs maps and figures Ancient and Early Medieval India helps visualize and understand the extraordinarily rich and varied remains of the ancient past of Indian subcontinent. It offers a scholarly and nuanced¿yet lucid¿account of India¿s early past and will surely transform the discovery of this past into an exciting experience.
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