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A History of South India for Children: From Prehistory to Vijayanagara
The Kohinoor diamond was once the eye of a Kakatiya deity.
The Pandyas are counted among the world's longest ruling dynasties.
Sanskrit poets spun mesmerizing verse that could be read in reverse too.
Tantalizing Malabar spices flavoured the most lavish ancient Roman banquets.
Make your way across south India, exploring its kaleidoscopic past and dazzling heritage, right from its first inhabitants up to the Vijayanagara Empire.
Meet its royalty and courtiers, builders and sculptors, poets and authors, traders and merchants, spiritual leaders and devotees, and all the other people who went to make it a top destination of the time.
Separated from the north by the Vindhya mountains and surrounded on three sides by water, southern India developed its own unique features - with outstanding rulers, incredible literature, spellbinding architecture, stunning dance forms and delicious food.
Written in an easy style, by theme, and peppered with illustrations, photographs and tips for museum or monument visits, this very first history of south India for children (and their families) tells the thrilling and eventful story of the region's proud past.
The Pandyas are counted among the world's longest ruling dynasties.
Sanskrit poets spun mesmerizing verse that could be read in reverse too.
Tantalizing Malabar spices flavoured the most lavish ancient Roman banquets.
Make your way across south India, exploring its kaleidoscopic past and dazzling heritage, right from its first inhabitants up to the Vijayanagara Empire.
Meet its royalty and courtiers, builders and sculptors, poets and authors, traders and merchants, spiritual leaders and devotees, and all the other people who went to make it a top destination of the time.
Separated from the north by the Vindhya mountains and surrounded on three sides by water, southern India developed its own unique features - with outstanding rulers, incredible literature, spellbinding architecture, stunning dance forms and delicious food.
Written in an easy style, by theme, and peppered with illustrations, photographs and tips for museum or monument visits, this very first history of south India for children (and their families) tells the thrilling and eventful story of the region's proud past.
411 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 10, 2024
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February 9, 2024
A history of South India for children is a beautifully penned book that explores south India's rich heritage and culture. With in-depth extensive and extraordinary knowledge and chronological events that the history of this place, step into the world of "royalty and courtiers, builders and sculptors, poets and authors, traders and merchants, spiritual leaders and devotees."
The region is well known for its vibrant culture, rich heritage and ancient traditions. The different majestic buildings, grounds and monuments stand as testaments to the archeological brilliance and expertise. The famous temples and intricately carved sculptures also depict the region's cultural and historical heritage with vividly detailed carvings and unique construction patterns.
In this book, the content also explores and conveys the various dynamics of royalty ruling, crime and punishment. The dynasties have immensely captivated this region with its own tapestry of architectural legacy and mastery. The century old traditional aspects are still celebrated with pomp and show, the significant grandeur of dance and music with elaborate and expressive dancing gestures are hugely popular. Along with famous composers and artists, south India contains a vivid world in itself.
A vast amount of book is also dedicated to the exploration of languages and religions of the region, the significance of such immensive diversified sections, different wars and battles as well as the balance of peace, food and major spices, grand cities and ports and many more.
The author's writing has taken me to different places where I learnt and felt the brilliance of South India. The history of this place is truly consumed by the timeless historical and cultural aspects and matters. I was completely immersed in the book and it was definitely an intriguing adventure of my lifetime.
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The region is well known for its vibrant culture, rich heritage and ancient traditions. The different majestic buildings, grounds and monuments stand as testaments to the archeological brilliance and expertise. The famous temples and intricately carved sculptures also depict the region's cultural and historical heritage with vividly detailed carvings and unique construction patterns.
In this book, the content also explores and conveys the various dynamics of royalty ruling, crime and punishment. The dynasties have immensely captivated this region with its own tapestry of architectural legacy and mastery. The century old traditional aspects are still celebrated with pomp and show, the significant grandeur of dance and music with elaborate and expressive dancing gestures are hugely popular. Along with famous composers and artists, south India contains a vivid world in itself.
A vast amount of book is also dedicated to the exploration of languages and religions of the region, the significance of such immensive diversified sections, different wars and battles as well as the balance of peace, food and major spices, grand cities and ports and many more.
The author's writing has taken me to different places where I learnt and felt the brilliance of South India. The history of this place is truly consumed by the timeless historical and cultural aspects and matters. I was completely immersed in the book and it was definitely an intriguing adventure of my lifetime.
#ahistoryofsouthindiaforchildren
#bookreview
#bookthoughts
#bookishcommunity #hachettebooks
#southindia #history
#culturalheritage
April 19, 2024
"A History of South India for Children" by Pradeep Chakravarthy, published by Hachette India, offers a comprehensive overview of South India's history, focusing on the Sangam Age and "The Age of the Pallavas." The book, which includes 12 chapters, transports readers across time, revealing the lives of children and adults during the era, as well as the Pallavas dynasty. The multidimensional approach, including text, appendices, drawings, pictures, and maps, makes the material both entertaining and understandable for young minds.
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