Puffin History of India: A Children’s Guide to the Making of Modern India (2) - Couverture souple

Roshen Dalal

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0143333275 ISBN 13 : 9780143333272

Editeur : Puffin, 2014

Synopsis

This book begins at the turning point at which India attains independence from the British. Following the trauma of the Partition, the focus shifts to the making of the Constitution, the integration of the 565 princely states, and the setting up of the administrative, legislative and judiciary systems.This is the story of India's people and the making of our nation. Well researched and engaging, it is a contemporary history of India. It speaks of our art, culture, events and personalities that have shaped the country in recent times. Nuggets of fascinating information, attractive illustrations and detailed maps make the book a fantastic read. Ideal for students and young readers, this amazing reference guide helps to bring the past to life like never before. This is the companion volume to the bestselling The Puffin History of India: Volume 1.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Roshen Dalal was born in Mussoorie, and lived in various places in India, including Hyderabad, Mumbai and Delhi, before settling in Dehradun, where she now resides along with several rescued cats and a dog. She has an MA and a PhD in ancient Indian history from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Puffin
• Date d'édition: 2014
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0143333275
• ISBN 13: 9780143333272
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 456
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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