India: A Global Studies Handbook ( Global Studies Handbook Contributor(s): Blackwell, Fritz (Author), Ellington, Lucien (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1576073483 ISBN-13: 9781576073483 Publisher: ABC-CLIO OUR PRICE: $82.17 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: June 2004 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - History | Asia - India & South Asia - History | Reference |
Dewey: 954 |
LCCN: 2004007013 |
Series: Global Studies - Asia |
Physical Information: 1.1" H x 6.36" W x 9.38" (1.3 lbs) 320 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - Indian |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: With a population second only to China's and the birthplace of Hinduism and Buddhism, it is hard to dispute India's central role in both the history of Asian culture and in the defining position it enjoys today. Although India has grabbed media attention for its armed conflict with Pakistan, it is a nation perhaps more notable for its internal diversity and challenges than for a single external conflict. India: A Global Studies Handbook unites the geography, history, culture, notable people, and events into a wide-ranging yet concise work that brings this fascinating land to the page. Of interest to academic and general audiences, this volume presents an uncomplicated look at the varied, bustling nation of India. From geography that includes the Himalayas to a cultural fabric built upon the often-criticized caste system, India remains a land of mystery and intrigue. |