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The History of India: The Hindu and Mahometan Periods

by Mountstuart Elphinstone, Editor: E. B. Cowell
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9789367804483
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
  • Publisher Imprint: Gyan Publishing House
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  • Pages: 826
  • Original Price: INR 4125.0
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 2397 grams
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The History of India: The Hindu and Mahometan Periods by Mountstuart Elphinstone, with notes and additions by E. B. Cowell, offers a comprehensive account of India's historical narrative from its ancient Hindu civilization to the advent of Islamic influence. Elphinstone meticulously examines political, cultural, and social developments, providing insights into the interactions between different religious and ethnic groups. Cowell's contributions enhance the text by offering additional context and critical perspectives. This work is notable for its analytical approach, reflecting the complexities of Indian history during these transformative periods, and remains a valuable resource for scholars of colonial historiography.

Mountstuart Elphinstone (1779-1859) was a Scottish statesman and historian instrumental in British India. Educated in Scotland, he joined the East India Company and served in various roles, including as Governor of Bombay. Notably, he founded educational institutions aimed at the Indian populace and authored significant works on India and Afghanistan, including The History of India and An Account of the Kingdom of Cabul. Elphinstone's legacy includes promoting state education in India and influencing colonial historiography, and he is commemorated in several locations, including Elphinstone College in Mumbai.

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