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| Publisher | Penguin/Puffin |
| ISBN 13 | 9780143333265 |
| ISBN 10 | 143333267 |
| Book Description | 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. |
| About the Author | Roshen Dalal was born in Mussoorie, India and lived in various places in India, including Dehradun, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Delhi, before settling in Dehradun where she now resides, along with several rescued cats and one dog. Roshen Dalal has an MA and PhD in ancient Indian History from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. She has taught at both school and university, and has been involved in research in the fields of history, religion and philosophy, and education. She is the author of the best-selling two volume Puffin History of India; The Puffin History of the World, also in two volumes; The Religions of India: A Concise Guide to Nine Major Faiths; Hinduism: An Alphabetical Guide; The Vedas: An Introduction to Hinduism’s Sacred Texts; India at 70: Snapshots Since Indepndence and The Compact Timeline History of the World. Apart from books, she has written numerous articles and book reviews. After working for many years as an editor, she is now a full time writer. She is currently working on a book on the Upanishads |
| Language | English |
| Author | Roshen Dalal |
| Publication Date | 01 February 2014 |
| Number of Pages | 100 |
The Puffin History Of India - Vol 1 paperback english - 01 February 2014
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