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India and South Asia
David Ludden
其他書名
A Short History
出版
Oneworld
, 2002
主題
History / Asia / General
History / Asia / South / General
History / World
History / Asia / Southeast Asia
ISBN
1851682376
9781851682379
URL
http://books.google.com.hk/books?id=wQJuAAAAMAAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
註釋
Combining factual information with a critical approach which probes the nature of culture and identity, this concise yet authoritative account paints a graphic picture of an area stretching from the Indian Ocean to the Himalayan mountains. With coverage not only of India, but also of Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, this book surveys nearly 5000 years, from the early settlers of prehistory to the assassination of Rajiv Gandhi and the Tamil Tiger conflicts. Particular emphasis is placed on the last 200 years, while the key theme of shifting regional identities underpins the author's insights in to the social, economic and spiritual past of this fascinating region. This is an account of the colonial influences, political intrigues and religious differences that constitute the history of India and South Asia; it should interest historians, general readers and travellers alike.