Peoples and Problems of India (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

T. W. Holderness

 
9781330302781: Peoples and Problems of India (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore how geography, climate, and culture shape communities across the Indian subcontinent.

This accessible guide reveals how the land and its people intertwine.

In India: Landscape and Lives, readers travel through vast plains, dramatic mountains, and winding rivers to see how geography molds daily life. The book explains the powerful role of the monsoon, frontiers, and climate in farming, settlement, and political history. It also examines the deep roots of religion, social structure, and the evolving economic life that underpins modern India.

  • How rivers, mountains, and monsoons drive agriculture and livelihoods
  • Different regional cultures, religions, and social practices across the subcontinent
  • Historical forces that shaped governance, markets, and community life
  • Urban and village perspectives on modernization, education, and public life

Ideal for readers who want a clear, image-rich overview of India’s geography, people, and changing world.

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