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India: History of India: From Prehistoric Settlements to the Modern Republic of India
NEW AND UPDATED 2ND EDITION RELEASED IN JULY 2017 READ FOR FREE ON KINDLE UNLIMITED India is the home of ancient religions and practices. It is a nation whose fascinating history teaches us about tolerance, diversity, and unity. This far-reaching subcontinent has been the place where great empires have developed, the place of monumental battles, the place of foreign invaders and the place of birth of cultures and religions. This book represents a compelling illustration of one of the world’s oldest the road it followed to reach the place where it is today, and the primary elements that shaped its culture. It is a narrative that takes you from the ancient beginnings of the nation to modern-day India. Here is a brief insight into the content of the * Ancient its most significant empires and the coming of Islam * Medieval the primary events that shaped its culture * British how did it settle in India and what impact did it have on its culture? * India from 1949 until the primary changes that shaped the largest democracy in the world * Indian culture and the main elements that distinguish the Hindu way of life from other philosophies and ethics * Things to see in a few guidelines for eager tourists who want to discover India and its majestic beauty If you want to discover the uniqueness of India, then you must definitely read this book. Learning more about its history will make you convey it from a different point of view. There is something about India that makes it unique. It is the combination of cultures and its impressive history that makes one feel attracted to this ancient country, which is often referred to as Mother India. Start your journey today and get your own copy of this book!
94 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 15, 2017
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June 19, 2017
Rich culture and history
This book shows how the country has been split through war and overtaking parties. Known as the mother of speech India has been desired by Islamic countries as well as the Christian west. Learning more about the dividing of the countries and exposing the history of the leaders and their reigns.
This book shows how the country has been split through war and overtaking parties. Known as the mother of speech India has been desired by Islamic countries as well as the Christian west. Learning more about the dividing of the countries and exposing the history of the leaders and their reigns.
August 8, 2017
Drawing on the exotic ambience that became the reason for invaders to want to occupy this land, Pannell presents a historical perspective from the days of “milk and honey”. The narrative begins with the medieval ever since which the rise and demise of several ruling dynasties left India to be juggled from one hand to the other only to augment its magnetism. The French, Portuguese and European naval arrivals led to the British settlements leaving the final blow to the subcontinent by forcing its split into 3 parts of India, Pakistan and Bangladesh. Noting the various impressions on this land, he dissects the evolution of Indian history in a precise and factual manner.
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August 22, 2017
I got an advance reader's copy from Story Cartel to review this book.I assumed it is written for readers of the West, who know little about India and harbor many misconceptions. I read it from that perspective and liked that the author has condensed the whole history and culture of India into a book of 69 pages - that's no mean task. He has also addressed the most common myths and assumptions in a way that shows love, almost a kind of reverence for India. Nevertheless, I am unable to give it a 5-star or even a 4-star rating for three reasons:
1- So few pages do not do justice to the history of a civilization as old and vast as India
2 - There are a few erroneous and hastily written statements such as - Alexander conquered the entire Indian subcontinent and the Bhakti movement condemned image worship. He has written that the name Hinduism "was given by the Persians, who used to occupy the area between the rivers Hindu and Sindh" - shockingly wrong. There never was any river called Hindu and Sindh was the name of the region around the river Sindhu.
3 - Last, but not the least, there are quite a few typos and grammatical errors.
1- So few pages do not do justice to the history of a civilization as old and vast as India
2 - There are a few erroneous and hastily written statements such as - Alexander conquered the entire Indian subcontinent and the Bhakti movement condemned image worship. He has written that the name Hinduism "was given by the Persians, who used to occupy the area between the rivers Hindu and Sindh" - shockingly wrong. There never was any river called Hindu and Sindh was the name of the region around the river Sindhu.
3 - Last, but not the least, there are quite a few typos and grammatical errors.
February 2, 2018
India would never be the same
Through this book, I learned a lot about the rich history behind the scene of this place. Misconceptions were corrected. A nice book short but detailed.
Through this book, I learned a lot about the rich history behind the scene of this place. Misconceptions were corrected. A nice book short but detailed.
October 25, 2018
I think this book is great narrative about India starting from ancient India till today.Written in simple easy to follow language.
June 20, 2017
Review: HISTORY OF INDIA
India is a nation with a long and varied history, but too often dismissed as unimportant in a study of global history. The author presents an enlightening discussion of the nation's history, culture, and mythology, exploring the whys of its progress to today's geopolitical climate.
India is a nation with a long and varied history, but too often dismissed as unimportant in a study of global history. The author presents an enlightening discussion of the nation's history, culture, and mythology, exploring the whys of its progress to today's geopolitical climate.
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