Describes the imperial histories of China, India, and Turkey, covering such topics as the Han dynasty, the Moghuls, and the reign of Suleyman the Magnificent.
India and Pakistan have been locked in conflict since the borders that separate them were first created. Discusses the issues that have created a climate of uncertainty and ongoing conflict on the subcontinent.
Eleven-year-old Dini loves movies, and so when she learns that her family is moving to India for two years, her devastation over leaving her best friend in Maryland is tempered by the possibility of meeting her favorite actress, Dolly Singh.
When a giant tsunami approaches his village, seven-year-old Dinakaran is saved by the family dog. Based on a true story; includes facts about the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.
A fable about a group of animals which strives to bring the perfect present to the Indian raja-king's birthday party. Discusses how the numerals we use originated in India.
Text and illustrations present detailed information on the geography, history and government, economy, people, cultural life and society of traditional and modern India.