History of India - Robb, Peter
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The immensity of India makes most national histories seem parochial. Peter Robb's clear, fluent narrative explores the interplay between India's empires and regions of rule, custom and belief. Robb's focus on the principal themes which serve to unify Indian history offers the reader a sophisticated yet accessible view of its dynamics. Early Indian history, the Mughal Empire, the British Raj and post-1947 India up to the present day are all rewardingly explored in this ideal starting-point for all those with an interest in India's past and present.
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The immensity of India makes most national histories seem parochial. Peter Robb's clear, fluent narrative explores the interplay between India's empires and regions of rule, custom and belief. Robb's focus on the principal themes which serve to unify Indian history offers the reader a sophisticated yet accessible view of its dynamics. Early Indian history, the Mughal Empire, the British Raj and post-1947 India up to the present day are all rewardingly explored in this ideal starting-point for all those with an interest in India's past and present.

Table of contents:
Preface and Acknowledgements
Indian Words and Names
Maps
Charts and Tables
Introduction: Region and Civilization
Early India
Medieval India
Early Modern India I: Mughals and Marathas
Early Modern India II; Company Raj
Modern India I: Government
Modern India II: Politics
Modern Indai III: Society
Modern India IV: Economy
Epilogue: After Modernity
Appendix: References and Readings
Index
Autorenporträt
PETER ROBB is Professor of the History of India at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS). He has published widely on the history of India and South Asia.