A Brief History of India by Judith E Walsh
With nearly 1 billion citizens, India is the second most populous nation in the world, and its society is characterized by the juxtaposition of both ancient and modern practices. While most people are familiar with certain parts of Indian history and culture, the roots of its contemporary culture, ethnic conflicts, and political moves are not always well understood in the West. "A Brief History of India" offers an accessible, reliable introduction to this vast nation admired for its spiritual traditions (Hinduism and Buddhism both originated here), its peaceful struggle for independence led by Mahatma Gandhi, and its vibrant culture - from Bollywood and spicy cuisine to classical music and world-renowned authors. Covering approximately 5,000 years of Indian history, from the prehistoric Indus Valley Civilization to its current conflict with Pakistan over Kashmir, "A Brief History of India" is a detailed, chronological narrative of the events, people, and social and cultural movements of this fascinating country. Coverage includes: Caste, Kings, and the Hindu World Order, Gandhi and the Nationalist Movement, Constructing the Nation, Bollywood and Beyond, and, India at the Turn of the Century.
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Judith E. Walsh, Ph.D., obtained her Ph.D. in modern South Asian history from Columbia University and is currently a professor in the Humanities and Languages Department at the State University of New York, Old Westbury. She has more than 20 years' experience writing, lecturing, and teaching courses on India and South Asia. She has also studied Sanskrit, Hindi, and Bengali and recently published a book of translations from 19th-century Bengali-language texts.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780816073344 |
| ISBN 10 | 0816073341 |
| Title | A Brief History of India |
| Author | Judith E Walsh |
| Series | Brief History Of |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Facts On File Inc |
| Year published | 2007-10-25 |
| Number of pages | 368 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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