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A Brief History of India

Introduces readers to the dramatic events, notable people, and special customs and traditions that have shaped many of the world's countries. Each engaging volume, of this series, covers a specific country, and offers a concise history of the struggles and triumphs of the peoples and cultures that have called that country home.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 348 pages

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