by Upinder Singh
2008, Hardcover, 28 cm., pp. 675, with over 400 col. & b/w ills., ISBN 9788131711200 / 813171120X, US$ 87.50
Developed as the most comprehensive book yet for students and general readers 'A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India' offers an exhaustive overview of the subject. Dividing this vast historical expanse into broad chronological units, it constructs profiles of the various geographical regions of the sub-continent, weaving together and analysing an unparalleled range of literary and archaeological sources. Prehistory and proto-history are dealt within considerable detail. The narrative of the historical period breaks away from conventional text based history writing, providing a window into the world of the primary sources of history. Substantial archaeological data is incorporated along with literary, epigraphy, and numismatic evidence. It is balanced assessment encouraging readers to independently evaluate theories, evidences, and arguments. Lavishly illustrated with over four hundred photographs, maps and sketches 'A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India' helps the reader visualize and understand the extraordinary rich and varied remains of the Indian subcontinent's ancient past.
