The wonder that was India
a study of the history and culture of the Indian sub-continent before the coming of the Muslims
by A. L. Basham
1954 first published English 572 pages 1 editions
An account of Indian history from the beginnings of the Indus Valley civilisation up to mediaeval India, ending before the Mughal period. A comprehensive textbook for the beginner in Indian studies, its commentary on the Indian social, religious and administrative way during the subcontinent's formative years way is particularly engaging,
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