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    From Indus to Independence - A Trek Through Indian History: Vol I Prehistory to the Fall of the Mauryas

    By Sanu Kainiraka

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    This is the first volume in a series of books that covers Indian history from the earliest times to August 1947, when India achieved independence from foreign rule. This volume covers the prehistoric antecedents before the Indus Valley Civilisation and gives a vivid account of the developments that took place in the Indian sub-continent till the demise of the glorious Maurya dynasty. In doing so, the book describes the evolution of languages and religion, examines cultural and other factors that have influenced the evolution of Indian civilisation and also vibrantly portrays the historical events that took place during this period of over 5000 years. The author also provides his own succinct comments on the events that took place in antiquity as have been reported in, and corroborated by, various sources. This book is a worthy addition to the analysis of Indian history.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherVij Books India Private Limited
    Release dateMar 1, 2016
    ISBN9789385563140
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    From Indus to Independence - A Trek Through Indian History: Vol I Prehistory to the Fall of the Mauryas
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    Sanu Kainiraka

    Dr. Sanu Kainikara is an ex-fighter pilot of the Indian Air Force and currently a practising Military Strategist residing in Canberra, Australia. His PhD in International Politics was awarded by the University of Adelaide in Australia. He is the author of 11 books on national security and strategy, and the employment of military forces with a focus on air power.

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