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State, pluralism, and the Indian historical tradition

This collection of seminal essays, by one of the most eminent historians and educationists, provides a comprehensive view of medieval India. It explores four main themes-evolution of state, role of towns and urbanism, the historical and maritime traditions, and cultural pluralism. Towards the end of...

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Autore principale: Chandra, Satish
Natura: Printed Book
Pubblicazione: New Delhi ; Oxford University Press, 2009
Serie:Oxford India paperbacks
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