A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India(Paperback)

Established as a classic in its first edition the second edition of Upinder Singh’s A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India incorporates the latest discoveries research and insights in the field. Drawing on a vast array of textual archaeological and visual sources it weaves together discussions of politics economy society religion philosophy art and ideas into a seamless narrative. The book reveals the complex and dynamic history of the regions of the subcontinent across millennia by focusing on macro-level changes as well the everyday lives of ordinary people. Widely acclaimed as an excellent introduction to the subject for general readers as well as the most comprehensive and authoritative textbook for undergraduate and postgraduate students this classic maintains its reputation of offering a lucid detailed and balanced exposition equipping readers with skills to critically assess historical evidence arguments and debates. The book is a reader’s delight with excerpts from original sources and a wealth of images and illustrations of India''s diverse and rich historical heritage making an exploration of the past a truly exciting journey.