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Hinduism isn't a religious faith, but an entire civilization, a way of life. Defying a precise definition, it represents a whole civilization, a millennia-long tradition, and a rich cultural heritage - which, with a continuous history of more than five thousand years -- is enormously vast in scope, splendid in expression, profound in illuminating thoughts, and fantastic in flights of imagination. [Indian Books] Hinduism is a veritably complex religious system, including a wide range of particular beliefs and practices. Because of this and its evolution over the centuries, there are no single and unequivocal rules to define what Hinduism is. Today, over a billion people call themselves followers of this tradition.

DK-222996- ISBN 9788180902604: Pura-Jagat is a massive collection of about a hundred scholarly papers reflecting a broad spectrum of the very recent research studies, together with the latest research trends in Indian archaeology, history and culture. the retired Director General of the ASI, whom Pura-Jagat seeks to commemorate, was a highly distinguished archaeologist, versatile scholar, tireless researcher, prolific writer, efficient administrator, excellent conversationalist, and a warm-hearted man

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DK-222411 (ISBN 9788177022810)- From the 6th to 11th centuries, there appeared, on Orissa's sacred landscape, a large number of temples. Which exercised a powerful influence on the cultural life in this eastern Indian region. Earlier approaches to the study of temples tend to perpetuate an over-determined reading of art. They either objectify the temple aesthetically as a 'non-living, static monument' with architectural complexities; or institutionalize it as a symbol of royal legitimacy.

Indian Books- Kashmir occupies a central position in Asia with its borders touching Pakistan, Afghanistan, China and Tibet. This gave rise to the rich cultural matrix in the valley, including religion, philosophy, literature, history, music, fine arts and aesthetics. There has been continuous sculptural activity in the region spanning over a period of thousand years. Despite the rich treasure trove of Kashmiri sculptural images and their most distinctive regional style, a very little research work is done in this area. The present book is an attempt in that direction.

A Cyclopedia of Indian Ivory Art, ISBN 9789381209066, DK-226651- The art of ivory is considered one of the aesthetic productions in India. This is a comprehensive treatise containing historical narratives on the development of the art of ivory. It contains many copious illustrations of the carvings produced. It discusses the growth of the art in India and outside, especially in China, Japan, Thailand in the East and South-east of Asia, centres in the Middle East and the West particularly France and the USA.

dkagencies: On August 14, 1947 certain areas of India separated to form the sovereign state of Pakistan. The birth of Pakistan was a unique occurrence in the history of not only South Asia but also world history. It was a great exercise in splitting an ancient civilization and a composite culture.

A World Heritage Site since 1983, Ajanta Caves are a group of 30 rock-cut caves. Which, over the time, have left millions around the world simply mesmerized, with the incredible artistic and technological achievements of ancient India! Located at about a hundred kilometres from Aurangabad (Maharashtra), these cave monuments are adorned with fascinating murals and sculptures, acclaimed to be the masterpieces of Buddhist art.

The volume is a study of the excavations (1971-1981) by the Archaeological Survey of India at Antichak which brought to light the largest excavated monastery complex in India comprising a series of about 208 monastic cells and a few basement chambers. It begins with an overall view of the site in Bhagalpur district, Bihar and its environment in detail Indian Books.

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English Books in India- As a curator of South Asians Coins in the Department of Coins and Medals in the British Museum, and lately the Keeper of this department, Joe has had a 'hand' in a variety of numismatic activities |Indian Books|

DK-223756, ISBN 9789381406052- The book is an exquisite volume presenting the life and achievements of His Highness Maharajah Sri Ganga Singhji Bahadur of Bikaner who ascended the throne of Bikaner and reigned for 50 years (1887-1937). The history of Bikaner is an account filled with heroic exploits of brave kings and their magnificent gallantry. Under the British, the state came to be governed by a Council of Regency, when Maharaja Ganga Singhji Bahadur ascended the throne as a minor.

Indian Books Delhi| Hampi A Story In Stone| By Indian Books The ruins of Vijayanagara, the City of Victory, know better today as Hampi, on the right bank of the Tungabhadra river in northern Karnataka, constitute one of the most extensive and spectacular historical sites to be found anywhere in India.

Like Buddhism, Jainism is one of the world's oldest religions - which arose in India, in the 6th century BC, as a revolt against the Brahmanic ritualistic practices. Essentially a heretic, altogether independent faith, founded on the principles of non-violence, truth, and righteous conduct

DK-222380- In Indian history, the Imperial Cholas count among the most important dynasties. The rulers of this family established a powerful empire that dominated a larger part of the peninsular India for about 450 years: c. 850 - 1250 CE, with Thanjavur as their capital.

The early Chalukyas of Badami (c. 6th-8th centuries) are known to have built a large number of rock-cut and structural temples, scattered over the entire Karnataka. In this south Indian state, their distinctive monuments can be seen in Aihole, Badami, Pattadakal, Mahakuta, and a few other places. By the end of the 6th century, ISBN 9789350500255

dkagencies.com- Andhra Pradesh is a state known for its finest handloom weaves, the fine handspun khadi of Ponduru, the unparalleled Gadwals, the extraordinary jamdanis of Uppada, the ikat, telia rumals, and the silk sarees as of Narayanpet among them. With its commitment to community and environment, the handloom industry has helped nurture and preserve a tradition ISBN 9788184652567.

Malayalam is a language belonging to the South Dravidian subgroup of the Dravidian family of languages. Malayalam evolved -- either from a western dialect of Tamil or from the branch of Proto-Dravidian from which modern Tamil also evolved.

Indian Books offers a comprehensive archaeo-historical study of Vidarbha - a vastly sprawling region in the eastern extremity of the present-day Maharashtra State. From the archaeological point of view, the region is distinctly positioned having already thrown up enough evidence of proto-historic human settlements, dating back to the Chalcolithic period,Indian Books around first millennium BCE.