India's Ancient Past is a narrative that gives you an in-depth look into the history of ancient India. The book begins by giving you a brief idea of how this book was written. It also shows you all about how the multiple civilizations, religions and empires came into being and grew in the nation of India. It offers you detailed coverage of backgrounds such as the geographical, linguistic and ecological backgrounds. It also delves deep into a number of cultures that pertain to the Vedic, Neolithic and Chalcolithic periods. It also speaks about the Harappan civilization as well.

The author speaks at length about the rise of new religions such as Buddhism and Jainism, while discussing other topics such as that of Magadha and territorial states. He has made sure to include a careful analysis of topics such as the Central Asian nations, Guptas, Satvahanas, Harshavardhana and the Mauryas. He has also voiced his views about urbanization, the varna system, science and technological developments, commerce, trade, cultural legacy and many other such topics as well.

The book speaks about the transition that India had to go through from the Ancient to the Medieval ages. It also discusses the origin of the Aryan culture as well.

India's Ancient Past has been published by Oxford University Press, in the year 2006 and is available in paperback.

Key Features

    The book explores the various stages of India's glorious past.
    The author has made sure to provide his readers with in-depth information pertaining to various rulers and dynasties.