1997, ISBN: 9788173051074

Aryan Books International, 1997. First edition. Hardcover. New. 22 x 28 cm. The most ancient civilization of South Asia, variously known as the Harappan, Indus or Indus-Sarasvati Civili… Mehr…

Aryan Books International, 1997. First edition. Hardcover. New. 22 x 28 cm. The most ancient civilization of South Asia, variously known as the Harappan, Indus or Indus-Sarasvati Civilization, far excelled its contemporaries in other parts of Asia in a number of ways. Not only did it cover a much greater area than did any other civilization, but it also produced urban centres, duly fortified and characterized by meticulous town planning, efficient drainage system, etc. The book presents a multidimensional study of this grand civilization. Some scholars have held that this South Asian civilization was an import from the west. When called upon to produce concrete evidence, they fumbled and took shelter under the theory `ideas have wings`. The book demonstrates that almost all the characteristic features of this civilization had indigenous origin. The Harappan script still remains undeciphered. The book points out where the various decipherers have gone wrong. It further shows that even no two Dravidianists see eye to eye nor do two Sanskritists. The book brings out an interesting picture of the social stratification of the Harappans. An in-depth analysis of the various kinds of data clinches the issue about the dating of the Mature stage of the civilization: from circa 2600 to 1900 BC. `Marauding` Aryans can no longer be held responsible for the destruction of the Harappan Civilization. Perhaps climatic changes, environmental degradation and a steep fall in trade robbed the civilization of its affluence. Urbanism breathed its last. The surviving Harappan villages must have whispered to one another: `C`ties may come and c`ties may go, but we go on for ever.` CONTENTS: Preface, List of Figures, List of Plates, Part I : The Background I. Introductory, II. The Face of the Land III. The Cultural Mosaic in the Third Millennium BC IV. The Antecedents and Birth of the Earliest Civilization Part II : The Civilization at its Maturity V. An Overview VI. Major Excavated Sites VII. Some Other Noteworthy Sites VIII. The Economy IX. Script and Language X. Disposal of the Dead XI. Religion XII. Social Stratification and Political Set-up XIII. Chronological Horizon Part III : The Decline XIV. The Decline and Legacy Appendix: It is Time to Rethink Bibliography, Index Printed Pages: 324., Aryan Books International, 1997<

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[EAN: 9788173051074], Gebraucht, wie neu, [PU: Aryan, India], ART HISTORY ARCHAEOLOGY ARCHITECTURE, History|Asia|General, History|Asia|India & South Asia, Contents: Preface. 1. Ecological and historical background. 2. Neolithic- megalithic culture in the valley. 3. Early historical cultural remains. 4. Temple architecture. 5. Islamic architectural heritage in Kashmir. 6. Conclusion. Bibliography. Index. "Abounding rich natural beauty, ecology and environment, Kashmir valley is also a treasure house of archaeological wealth and cultural heritage. The valley is enriched with monuments and sites of great significance right from prehistoric times to late medieval period. "The present volume presents a detailed cultural spectrum of Kashmir on the basis of scientific-archaeological study. Besides the ecological and historical background of the land, the author has given vivid description of neolithic-megalithic culture in the valley; early historical cultural remains; temple architecture and Islamic architectural heritage. "Based on empirical investigations/excavations and case studies,the present work weaves an authoritative history of Kashmir--peeping through its monumental glory, culture, art and architecture. Meticulously researched the book is based on the critical use of vast scientific and archaeological data. "Profusely illustrated with maps, line drawings and photographs, this volume will go a long way in fulfilling the needs of scholars, students<

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