| Edition |
First American edition. |
| Description |
61 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 28 cm. |
| Series |
DK eyewitness guides |
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DK eyewitness guides.
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| Note |
Includes index. |
| Contents |
Diverse land - First great civilizations -- Land of the Buddha -- Two ancient empires -- Conflicts in the north -- Kingdoms of the south -- Great Mughals -- Taj Mahal -- Arrival of the Europeans -- British Raj -- Struggle for freedom -- Free India -- Life in the village -- Big cities -- Art & sculpture -- Traditional craftwork -- Fabrics & weaves -- Jewelry -- Literary tradition -- Music -- Classical dance -- Cinema & theater -- Mouthwatering cuisine -- Animal kingdom -- Science & technology -- Medicine & healing -- Religion & beliefs -- Rites & rituals -- Festivals. |
| Summary |
Here is a compelling and visually stunning guide to the rich diversity of life in India. Photographs show fascinating customs and rituals together with exquisite artworks, artifacts, and temples--offering a unique "eyewitness" of the intriguing nation. |
| Study Program |
Accelerated Reader AR MG 8.6 1.0 87017. |
| Subject |
India -- History -- Juvenile literature.
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India -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile literature.
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India -- Social conditions -- Juvenile literature.
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India.
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| Added Author |
Roy, Anita.
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| ISBN |
0789493955 |
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0789489716 cover |
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