Ancient India in Historical Outline (Third Enlarged Edition)

SPECIFICATION: Publisher : Manohar By : DN Jah Cover : Paperback Language : English Edition : 2015 Pages : 238 Weight : 360 gm Size : 8.5 x 5.6 x 0.6 inches ISBN-10: 9350980754 ISBN-13: 978-9350980750 DESCRIPTION: This book is a substantially modified and enlarged version of the 1977 original. It surveys the major developments in Indias social, economic and cultural history up to the end of the ancient period and the beginning of the early middle ages and explains the rise and growth of states with reference to their material basis. Special attention has been paid to the elements of change and continuity in society, economy and culture, and to the changing forms of exploitation and consequent social tensions as well as to the role of religion and superstition in society.