TIMELINE MAHARASHTRA Reference to the Universe

TIMELINE MAHARASHTRA Reference to the Universe
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Publisher : Saptarshee Prakashan
Total Pages : 211
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Synopsis TIMELINE MAHARASHTRA Reference to the Universe by : Adv Amit A Karande

reference to the universe

The Aryan Problem

The Aryan Problem
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Total Pages : 260
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015042145204
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Synopsis The Aryan Problem by : Shantaram Bhalchandra Deo

Shivaji The Grand Rebel

Shivaji The Grand Rebel
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Publisher : Sristhi Publishers & Distributors
Total Pages : 207
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ISBN-10 : 9789387022249
ISBN-13 : 9387022242
Rating : 4/5 (49 Downloads)

Synopsis Shivaji The Grand Rebel by : Dennis Kincaid,

“States fall, empires break up, dynasties become extinct, but the memory of a true “hero as King” like Shivaji remains an imperishable historical legacy…” – Jadunath Sarkar, House of Shivaji (1919) Shivaji Bhonsle was an Indian warrior king who went on to lay the foundation of the strong Maratha Empire. The first Chhatrapati, he is known to have outdone his predecessors as well as successors in giving an identity and status to Marathas. A tactful military commander and skilled administrator, he steadily built his army from a mere two thousand soldiers to almost five-fold, and also developed a naval force. He defeated Afzal Khan and Adil Shah, giving strong resistance to the Mughal forces. From forming guerilla forces to immensely contributing in the development of the civilization of Marathas, he carved a niche in all spheres of operation. Shivaji: The Great Rebel explores the lifespan of Shivaji as an Indian king who instigated a new fire in the hearts of people against the Mughal Empire and taught them to fight for their rights. It highlights Shivaji as one of the prominent rulers to inspire people to fight for Hindu pride and raise their voice against cruelty. He stood up to guard and preserve the nation's honour, and is a great source of inspiration till date.

An ABC of Indian Culture

An ABC of Indian Culture
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Total Pages : 386
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Synopsis An ABC of Indian Culture by : Peggy Holroyde

An Authentic Interpretation Of Over 400 Indian Concepts And Practices Derived From A Personal Exploration Of India Over A Period Of 50 Years. Padayatra Is A Journey On Foot And Each Selected Concept And Practice Is Treated As A Stepping-Stone In A Journ

The Jungle Book

The Jungle Book
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Total Pages : 334
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015015357935
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Synopsis The Jungle Book by : Rudyard Kipling

Maximum City

Maximum City
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Publisher : Vintage
Total Pages : 562
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ISBN-10 : 9780307574312
ISBN-13 : 0307574318
Rating : 4/5 (12 Downloads)

Synopsis Maximum City by : Suketu Mehta

A native of Bombay, Suketu Mehta gives us an insider’s view of this stunning metropolis. He approaches the city from unexpected angles, taking us into the criminal underworld of rival Muslim and Hindu gangs, following the life of a bar dancer raised amid poverty and abuse, opening the door into the inner sanctums of Bollywood, and delving into the stories of the countless villagers who come in search of a better life and end up living on the sidewalks. As each individual story unfolds, Mehta also recounts his own efforts to make a home in Bombay after more than twenty years abroad. Candid, impassioned, funny, and heartrending, Maximum City is a revelation of an ancient and ever-changing world.

The Bejewelled Buddha from India to Burma

The Bejewelled Buddha from India to Burma
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Publisher : Sanctum Books
Total Pages : 771
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ISBN-10 : 9788190995009
ISBN-13 : 8190995006
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Synopsis The Bejewelled Buddha from India to Burma by : Claudine Bautze-Picron

This book represents a comprehensive study of 'The Bejewelled Buddha' considering stylistic as well as iconographic issues. A crucial moment in the Buddha's life seems to have been referred to through this image, namely, the sojourn on Mount Meru, where the Buddha sat on Indra's seat and taught all the gods. By occupying the seat of the king of the gods he was able to endorse the royal function of this deity; this becomes particularly evident in the late fifth century, and probably reflects the dramatic situation that the Buddhist community was confronted with, i.e. the political power essentially fostering the Hindu religion and social structure. Hence, the Buddha is depicted as a perfect and powerful ruler sitting at the top of the universe and showing himself adorned as a king; more than any human ruler, the Buddha rules over the universe. There is also another dimension that should never be neglected - as in any other Indian cult, worship of his image entailed offerings of various kinds, such as flower garlands or jewels, being made to the Buddha. The image of the Bejewelled Buddha thus included various constituents while at the same time it was used as the locus where different religious or political concepts found a way of expression. The result was the creation of an image of multi-layered significance which found its way into all Asian cultures.

A Concise History of Modern India

A Concise History of Modern India
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 372
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ISBN-10 : 9781139458870
ISBN-13 : 1139458876
Rating : 4/5 (70 Downloads)

Synopsis A Concise History of Modern India by : Barbara D. Metcalf

In a second edition of their successful Concise History of Modern India, Barbara Metcalf and Thomas Metcalf explore India's modern history afresh and update the events of the last decade. These include the takeover of Congress from the seemingly entrenched Hindu nationalist party in 2004, India's huge advances in technology and the country's new role as a major player in world affairs. From the days of the Mughals, through the British Empire, and into Independence, the country has been transformed by its institutional structures. It is these institutions which have helped bring about the social, cultural and economic changes that have taken place over the last half century and paved the way for the modern success story. Despite these advances, poverty, social inequality and religious division still fester. In response to these dilemmas, the book grapples with questions of caste and religious identity, and the nature of the Indian nation.