Colonies and Dependencies (Classic Reprint): Part I. India; Part II. The Colonies - Couverture souple

J. S. Cotton

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1331158621 ISBN 13 : 9781331158622

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book offers insights into India, from its geographical panorama to a complex political history. The author first frames India's physical and demographic diversity, shaped by a multitude of ethnicities, traditions, and languages, including the influence of Aryan and Dravidian cultures. The book traces India's past through conquests, the Mughal empire, to the advent of the East India Company, which led to British rule. While British presence modernized infrastructure, a benevolent despotism evolved and remains a paradox today. The author also delves into the intricacies of Indian society, its caste system, and the influence of Buddhism on its history and culture. The book is a comprehensive guide to understanding India's historical evolution.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1331158621
• ISBN 13: 9781331158622
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 182
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