9780282559793 - Epigraphia Carnatica, Vol. 8: Inscriptions in the Shimoga District (Part II), Published for Tournament (Classic Reprint) di Rice, Benjamin Lewis (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book documents the historical insights that can be gleaned from inscriptions across Western India, covering a vast period beginning in the fifth century and ending in the nineteenth century. The inscriptions reveal the existence of several prominent dynasties during this time, including the Rashtrakutas, Chalukyas, and Western Gangas, as well as later rulers like the Kadambas and Yadavas. A major highlight of the book is its detailed examination of Jainism and how the religion influenced politics and society in the region. The author utilizes several inscriptional sources to construct genealogies and trace the evolution of various royal families and their territories. Through the study of language, the book also sheds light on Kannada literature and the development of the language itself. This book is a valuable resource for understanding the rich tapestry of India's past, with insights into social, political, and religious life drawn from a vast and diverse collection of historical inscriptions. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.