Daily Life in Ancient India: From 200 BC to 700 AD
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The nine centuries described in this book, ending with the political upheavals of the 7th century CE, coincide with a golden age of Indian civilization. In the context of political and religious enlightenment, the Brahmanic and Buddhist religions flourished side by side; artistic creation was at its height and India's most beautiful monasteries and shrines were founded. Throughout Daily Life in Ancient India , Jeannine Auboyer evokes the fascinating complexities of India's ancient epoch, with its caste system, its endless ritual, and the ceremonial nature of human relations - even in matters of love. This is a wonderful introduction to one of the world's most noble and refined civilizations.
Author: Jeannine Auboyer
Format: Paperback, 368 pages, 138mm x 216mm
Published: 2002, Orion Publishing Co, United Kingdom
Genre: Ancient History
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The nine centuries described in this book, ending with the political upheavals of the 7th century CE, coincide with a golden age of Indian civilization. In the context of political and religious enlightenment, the Brahmanic and Buddhist religions flourished side by side; artistic creation was at its height and India's most beautiful monasteries and shrines were founded. Throughout Daily Life in Ancient India , Jeannine Auboyer evokes the fascinating complexities of India's ancient epoch, with its caste system, its endless ritual, and the ceremonial nature of human relations - even in matters of love. This is a wonderful introduction to one of the world's most noble and refined civilizations.
Daily Life in Ancient India: From 200 BC to 700 AD