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A Short History of India

by Hara Prasād Sāstri
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9789362809872
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
  • Publisher Imprint: Gyan Publishing House
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  • Pages: 134
  • Original Price: INR 250.0
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 284 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): N/A

In this book provides a comprehensive exploration of Indian history from its early empires to the emergence of the British Empire. It analyzes the causes behind the decline of previous Indian empires and examines the unique factors contributing to the success of the British Empire. Covering diverse topics, including the Aryans, Dravidians, Mongolians, Hindus, and Europeans, the book discusses the migration of Aryans, the significance of the Rig Veda, the caste system, and Hindu epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata. It also delves into the life and teachings of Buddha, Emperor Asoka's reign, and the spread of Buddhism. Furthermore, the book explores interactions between Indian and Greek civilizations, the rise of the Gupta Empire, and the reign of Harshavardhana. It addresses the invasion of Mahmud of Ghazni and subsequent struggles for dominion under Hindu and Muslim kingdoms. Moreover, the book scrutinizes the period of the Mughal Empire, detailing the reigns of prominent emperors such as Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jahan, and Aurangzeb, and the factors contributing to its decline. It concludes with an analysis of independent states and the ascent of European powers in India, including the Portuguese, Dutch, and English East India Companies. In essence, "Early History" offers a comprehensive overview of early Indian history, encompassing political, social, and cultural developments until the advent of British colonialism.

Hara Prasad Shastri (1853–1931) was a distinguished Indian academic, Sanskrit scholar, and historian renowned for discovering the Charyapada, the earliest Bengali literary works. Educated at Calcutta's Sanskrit and Presidency Colleges, he earned acclaim for his MA degree and prestigious title of Shastri. Shastri held esteemed positions at Sanskrit College, Presidency College, and Dhaka University, contributing significantly to the Asiatic Society. His legacy is marked by groundbreaking research, including the cataloging of manuscripts in Nepal and seminal works on Bengali literature and Buddhism.

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