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Uncovering the culture of ancient India / by Alix Wood.

Wood, Alix, (author.).

Summary:

Step back in time to ancient India, where the peoples contributions to art, architecture, religion, and more shaped a unique culture that can still be seen today. This text presents the regions archaeological finds chronologically, allowing readers to trace the civilizations development. Readers learn about life in the early Indus Valley through ancient Indias Golden Age of the Gupta period, up until the Muslim Invasion. Detailed photographs of fascinating art, objects, and architecture bring this culture to life, while fact boxes, a timeline, and a simple map encourage readers to visualize the breadth of ancient Indias civilization.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781508146612
  • ISBN: 1508146616
  • ISBN: 9781508146599
  • ISBN: 1508146594
  • Physical Description: 32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm
  • Publisher: New York, NY : Powerkids Press, ©2016.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Ancient India -- Bhimbekta -- The Indus Valley -- Dholavira -- The bead factory -- Brahmagiri -- Ahichatra -- Kampilya -- A busy port -- Kangra Fort -- Mahabalipuram -- A great university -- Konark Sun Temple -- Glossary -- Further information -- Index.
Subject: India > History > Juvenile literature.
India > Civilization > Juvenile literature.


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