india

Explores how traditional religious life in India has undergone change amid economic development around the turn of the twenty-first century, examining the lives of various religious adherents, including a sacred dancer, a Sufi mystic, and a Tantric practitioner.

Describes the history and causes of the conflict between Pakistan and India, discussing the two countries' cultures, religions, and politics; and includes a chronology and further reading list.

Presenting current world press articles, this book focuses on the geographical, cultural, sociopolitical and economic aspects of India and South Asia.

Photographs, illustrations, and text provide information about life in India during the time of British rule, covering the years between 1600 and 1905, and discussing topics such as religion, art and architecture, the East India Company, and other topics.

Presents an illustrated introduction to the geography, history, government, economy, culture, and people of India.

Survey of the people and cultural traditions of the Indian sub-continent, from ancient civilizations through modern times, with color maps, illustrations, essays on key topics, glossary, bibliography, and gazetteer.

Provides an overview of the history and culture of India, featuring discussion of the country's land and people, history, religion, world view, arts, food and dress, leisure activities, social customs, and lifestyles.

Examines the geography, history, economy, politics, government, society, and culture of India, and features an extensive selection of reference materials, including details of major figures and events in Indian history, as well as information on Indian languages, food, and etiquette.