Ancient India as Described in Classical Literature

Name : Ancient India as Described in Classical Literature

Author : Translator: J. W Mccrindle

Book Format : Paperback

Genre : Reference

ISBN : 9789362802132

Language : English

Pages : 201-300 Pages

Publish Year : 2024

Publisher : Gyan Publishing House

About The Book : "Ancient India as Described in Classical Literature," translated by J.W. McCrindle, offers a detailed account of India as seen through the eyes of Greek and Roman writers. The book compiles descriptions from various classical sources, shedding light on India's geography, culture, society, and historical events. Contents include accounts from Herodotus, Megasthenes, Arrian, Strabo, and Pliny, among others. This work is invaluable for understanding ancient Indian civilization and its interactions with the Western world. About The Translator: J.W. McCrindle (1825-1913) was a British historian and scholar renowned for translating and compiling classical Greek and Roman accounts of ancient India. His works, including "Ancient India as Described in Classical Literature," provide invaluable insights into India's history, culture, and geography as viewed by Western explorers and historians of antiquity. The Title 'Ancient India as Described in Classical Literature written/authored/edited by Translator: J. W Mccrindle', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362802132 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 252 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 2.34 x 10.59 cms Vol:

Country of Origin : India