Zubrzycki, John
The Shortest History of India
- ISBN 13:
- 9781913083489
- author:
- Zubrzycki, John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Old Street Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- History, Asia, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Shortest History of India by John Zubrzycki Spanning five millennia, this concise history of India brings together a diverse cast of characters, from legendary figures like Gautama Buddha and Mahatma Gandhi, to lesser-known individuals like Nizam Saqqa, who rose to power as a water-carrier. The book explores India's complex past, including its colonial past and the country's modern-day challenges, such as religious tensions and an increasingly undemocratic regime. Zubrzycki's narrative weaves together the stories of India's various rulers, cultures, and societies, revealing a rich and multifaceted history. The book's later chapters examine the contrasts of modern India, from the brutal realities of partition to the fantasies of Bollywood and the booming IT industry. By exploring these complexities, Zubrzycki asks whether internal challenges can still hinder India's rise to wealth and power. This book offers a fresh perspective on India's history, one that is both informative and engaging.
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