Author: Roshen Dalal Publisher: Penguin UK ISBN: 9351186148 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 580
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Pick up this book for a rollercoaster ride through centuries of world history How did the world become what it is today? How and when were the countries formed? Where did people come from? How did art, technology, science, language and literature begin? In The Puffin History of the World- Volume 1, Roshen Dalal traces the origin of human beings and the different aspects of their development and growth, right from the big bang and the origin of the universe, up to CE 1500. Well-researched and comprehensive, this book speaks of great civilizations and empires, epics, myths and legends, religions old and new, wars and conquests, clothes, food and lifestyle, trade, travel and adventure and much more. It packs in exciting trivia, numerous maps and illustrations that provide a breathtaking overview of global history. Ideal for students and young readers, this amazing reference guide helps to bring the past to life like never before.
Author: Roshen Dalal Publisher: Penguin Books India ISBN: 9780143335443 Category : India Languages : en Pages : 420
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In An Informal, Engaging Style, The Puffin History Of India For Children 3000 Bc To Ad 1947 Tells The Fascinating Story Of Our Land From The Indus Valley Civilization To Independence. Tracing The Social, Political, Cultural And Economic Development Of India, The Book Focuses On The High Points Of Indian History: The Vedic Age, The Mauryan Empire, The Gupta Period, The Battle Of Panipat, The Conquests Of Alauddin Khilji, Who Had The Largest Empire Since Ashoka, The Bahmani And Vijayanagara Kingdoms And Their Conflicts, The Rule Of Akbar, Shahjahan And Aurangzeb And The Building Of The Taj Mahal, The British Conquest, The 1857 Revolt, The Nationalist Movement And, Finally, The Triumph Of Independence. The Contribution Of The Important Personalities Who Shaped This History, From Mahavira, Buddha, Alexander, Ashoka, Harsha And Babur To Tipu Sultan, Ranjit Singh, Mahatma Gandhi, Subhash Chandra Bose And Jawaharlal Nehru, Is Vividly Described In Fascinating Detail. Every Now And Then The Narrative Pauses To Dwell On The Social And Cultural Life Of The People, And The Political, Economic And Religious Changes That Have Been Wrought Over Centuries, Providing A Comprehensive Picture Of What Life Was Like In India At Various Points Of Time. The Colourful Description Of People, Events And Cultures, Complemented By A Host Of Illustrations And Maps, Brings History Dramatically To Life For The Reader.
Author: Roshen Dalal Publisher: Penguin UK ISBN: 9351186156 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 360
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This book begins at the turning point at which India attains independence from the British. Following the trauma of the Partition, the focus shifts to the making of the Constitution, the integration of the 565 princely states, and the setting up of the administrative, legislative and judiciary systems. This is the story of India’s people and the making of our nation. Well researched and engaging, it is a contemporary history of India. It speaks of our art, culture, events and personalities that have shaped the country in recent times. Nuggets of fascinating information, attractive illustrations and detailed maps make the book a fantastic read. Ideal for students and young readers, this amazing reference guide helps to bring the past to life like never before. This is the companion volume to the bestselling The Puffin History of India: Volume1.
Author: Roshen Dalal Publisher: Penguin Books India ISBN: 9780143335467 Category : India Languages : en Pages : 440
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The Companion Volume To The Best-Selling Puffin History Of India For Children: 3000 Bc Ad 1947, Roshen Dalal S New History Of Post-Independence India Tells The Story Of The Making Of The Nation That We Live In, And The Events And Personalities That Have Shaped It In Recent Times. The Puffin History Of India For Children: 1947 To The Present Begins At A Turning Point Of Indian History, As India Attains Independence And The British Withdraw From The Subcontinent. Independent India S First Few Years Are Eventful And Epoch-Making: Before The Traumas Of Partition And Of The Assassination Of Mahatma Gandhi Have Fully Subsided, The Focus Must Shift To Laying The Blueprint Of The New Nation, With The Making Of The Constitution, The Integration Of The 565 Princely States, The Setting-Up Of The Administrative, Legislative And Judiciary Systems, And The Establishment Of An Infrastructure For Industry And Agriculture. The Author Follows This Key Period In Indian History Closely, From The First Republic Day Celebrations In 1950 To The First General Elections In 1952, And The Implementation Of The Subsequent Agendas For Social And Economic Development Envisaged By Jawaharlal Nehru. In A Lucid And Informal Style, The Book Then Tells The Fascinating Story Of India Over The Next Fifty Years, Beginning With The Premierships Of Nehru, Lal Bahadur Shastri And Indira Gandhi And Proceeding To Jayaprakash Narayan And The Emergency, The Ousting Of The Congress Party And The Rule Of The Janata Government Headed By Morarji Desai. The Author Describes The Dramatic Turnarounds Of The 1980S And 90S, From Indira Gandhi S Return To Power To Her Subsequent Assassination, Rajiv Gandhi S Prime Ministership, The Governments Of V.P. Singh And P.V. Narasimha Rao, And The Bharatiya Janata Party S Rise To Power, With Atal Bihari Vajpayee Heading A National Democratic Alliance Government. Along With Periods Of Growth, The Book Looks Closely At Times Of Turbulence: The Indo-China War Of 1962, The War With Pakistan In 1965, The 1971 Bangladesh War, And The Demolition Of The Babri Masjid In 1992. It Also Analyses Some Issues That Are Key To The Recent History Of The Nation: Economic Liberalization, The Harmful Effects Of Terrorism And Sectarian Movements On The National Fabric, The Kargil Conflict, India S Attainment Of Nuclear Capability And Its Progress Into The New Millennium As The World S Largest Democracy. This Is Not Merely A Political History Of India. It Tells The Story Of India S People From An Account Of The Social And Economic Changes That Have Taken Place Since Independence, To Art And Culture In Independent India. Colourful Descriptions, Informative Nuggets And Lively Analyses Make The Book Immensely Readable. An Attractive Layout, Profuse Illustrations, Detailed Maps And A Thorough Index Add To Its Value. A Long Chapter Outlines The History Of Each Individual State And Union Territory, Full Of Information That Will Be Invaluable To The Student As Well As The Casual Browser. Well-Researched, Concise, Unbiased And Engaging, This Is A Contemporary History Of India That Should Be Essential Reading For Children Of All Ages.
Author: Roshen Dalal Publisher: Penguin UK ISBN: 9351188825 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 627
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From the world wars to the French revolution, the emergence of the Internet to the decoding of the genome, Roshen Dalal traces the progress of human civilization across the centuries. Find answers to how the slave trade came about and how industrialization happened. Follow the rise and fall of great empires such as the Ottomans and the Mughals, the breakdown of communism in China and the destruction and rejuvenation of Japan post nuclear attacks. Discover how new countries shaped their boundaries and great art and literature flourished. Beginning at 1500, this sequel volume packs in interesting stories and quotes, portraits of colourful personalities, fun trivia as well as numerous maps and illustrations that bring global history alive.
Author: Roshen Dalal Publisher: Penguin UK ISBN: 818475695X Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 413
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How did the world become what it is today? How and when were the countries formed? Where did people come from? How did art, technology, science, language and literature begin? In The Puffin History of the World- Volume 1, Roshen Dalal traces the origin of human beings and the different aspects of their development and growth, right from the big bang and the origin of the universe, up to CE 1500. Well-researched and comprehensive, this book speaks of great civilizations and empires, epics, myths and legends, religions old and new, wars and conquests, clothes, food and lifestyle, trade, travel and adventure and much more. It packs in exciting trivia, numerous maps and illustrations that provide a breathtaking overview of global history. Ideal for students and young readers, this amazing reference guide helps to bring the past to life like never before.
Author: Sanjeev Sanyal Publisher: Penguin UK ISBN: 9351189325 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 253
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Could you be related to a blonde Lithuanian? Did you know that India is the only country that has both lions and tigers? Who found out how tall Mt Everest is? If you've ever wanted to know the answers to questions like these, this is the book for you. In here you will find various things you never expected, such as the fact that we still greet each other like the Harappans did and that people used to think India was full of one-eyed giants. And, sneakily, you'll also know more about India's history and geography by the end of it. Full of quirky pictures and crazy trivia, this book takes you on a fantastic journey through the incredible history of India's geography.
Author: Namita Gokhale Publisher: Penguin UK ISBN: 9351184153 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 185
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‘A long, long time ago, in the ancient lands of India, known in those days as Bharatvarsha, a family quarrel grew into a bloody war. There had been wars before, and there have been wars since, but that mighty battle between warring cousins of the Kuru clan has become a part of the mythology and history of India. Told and retold a million times, the story of the Mahabharata is about defeat as much as victory, about humility as much as courage. It is the greatest story ever told.’ Like a modern-day suta or storyteller, Namita Gokhale brings alive India’s richest literary treasure with disarming ease and simplicity. She retells this timeless tale of mortals and immortals and stories within stories, of valour, deceit, glory and despair, for today’s young reader in a clear, contemporary style. A brilliant series of evocative and thoughtful illustrations by painter and animator Suddhasattwa Basu brings the epic to life in a vibrant visual feast. Matchless in its content and presentation, The Puffin Mahabharata is a book that will be cherished by readers of all ages.
Author: Anita Nair Publisher: Penguin UK ISBN: 935118353X Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 241
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When Surya the sun god got married, his wife could not bear the heat of his rays and ran away. Surya was heartbroken and the world plunged into darkness. A dwarf asked a king for some land, which he measured with three footsteps, and ended up claiming the earth and the sky. Sage Daksha got his daughters married to the moon, but later, in a fit of rage, cursed the moon with consumption, making it wax and wane. These are some of the fifty myths from India recounted in this fabulously produced book. From wise sages to demonic asuras, beautiful river deities to arrogant kings, wayward gods to brave princes, this collection of myths showcases the most enchanting and magical stories from Indian mythology.
Author: Archana Garodia Gupta Publisher: Hachette India ISBN: 9350098490 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 364
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There were ostriches in India. Gold was dug up in the Himalayas by animals. Coins of Greek rulers in India showed Krishna wearing Greek clothes. Ethiopian military slaves founded kingdoms across India. Jump into an action-packed history of India told like never before. Discover our incredible heritage and uncover delightful nuggets about our grand old country. Travel through time and see how people lived, why things happened and how we came to be what we are. Written by BBC Mastermind `Champion of Champions? Archana Garodia Gupta and history-geek Shruti Garodia, this volume spans the ages from the dawn of humans until the Delhi and Deccan sultanates, and tells the story of India?s rulers and invaders, traders and architects, sculptors and poets, scientists and innovators, farmers and businessmen, and millions and millions of just ordinary, everyday men and women. With a chatty style, simple explanations and well-rounded coverage, this is the definitive Indian history in two volumes for young readers. Filled with photographs, illustrations, activities and quotable facts, this is one retelling of history you don?t want to miss.
Author: Roshen Dalal
Author: Roshen Dalal
Author: Roshen Dalal
Author: Roshen Dalal
Author: Roshen Dalal
Author: Roshen Dalal
Author: Sanjeev Sanyal
Author: Namita Gokhale
Author: Anita Nair
Author: Archana Garodia Gupta