{"product_id":"sri-harsha-of-kanauj-a-monograph-on-the-history-of-india-in-the-first-half-of-the-7th-century-a-d-9788121272193","title":"Sri Harsha of Kanauj A Monograph on The History of India In The First Half of The 7Th Century A.D.","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): K. M. Panikkar\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Gyan Publishing House\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Gyan Publishing House\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis account of Sri Harsha of Kanauj presents a unique and exceptional exploration of India's history during the initial half of the 7th century. By predominantly relying on a critical analysis of Bana's Harsha Carita and Yuan Chwang's travels, the research delves into the political dynamics of 6th-century India, investigates the reign of Harsha, scrutinizes social conditions, and portrays Harsha in the dual roles of a king and a poet. Additionally, it furnishes a comprehensive overview of the available source material regarding Harsha's life. The narrative highlights the decline of the Gupta Empire in the 6th century, characterized by Toramana's Hun invasion, underscoring the significance of grasping this period, especially Harsha's rule, for a nuanced comprehension of contemporary Kashmir issues. Harsha's enlightened governance, grounded in Hindu principles, and the cultural resurgence during his era, notably in Sanskrit literature, further enhance the depth of the historical account.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gyan Publishing House","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46194920161431,"sku":"9788121272193","price":140.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9788121272193.webp?v=1769299386","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/sri-harsha-of-kanauj-a-monograph-on-the-history-of-india-in-the-first-half-of-the-7th-century-a-d-9788121272193","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}