India by Manini Chatterjee
	List Price:   $15.99 Unit Price:   $12.79 You Save:   $3.20 (20%) ISBN-10:   0789489716 ISBN-13:   9780789489715 Publisher:   DK Publishing, Inc. Series:   Eyewitness Bks. Edition:   illustrated Category:   Non-Fiction Pub. Date:   July 2002 Pages:   64 Format:   Hardcover Ages:   8 to 17 Grades:   3 to 12
Subjects
INDIA_ECONOMIC CONDITIONS INDIA_POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT NATURAL HISTORY_INDIA
Description/Notes
Discover the rich diversity of the world's most populous democracy in this stunning guide. Witness the beauty of the Taj Mahal, learn how India gained its independence, discover the splendor of the Mughal dynasty, and much, much more. Here is a compelling and visually stunning guide to the rich diversity of life in India. Superb, full-color photographs show fascinating customs and rituals together with exquisite artworks, artifacts, and temples-offering a unique 'eyewitness' view of this intriguing nation. See the biggest silver object in the world * the lost ruins of the Harappa civilization * the home of the Bengal tiger the elephant god Ganesh * the beauty of the Taj Mahal Learn how Buddha gained enlightenment * about the history of the British Raj * why Indians love Bollywood * how India gained its independence * about the beautiful art of miniature painting Discover the splendor of the Mughal dynasty * the art of Indian storytelling * Gandhi's philosophy * how India has embraced the computer revolution * what Kathakali is and much, much more. This stunning guide allows readers to discover the diversity of the world's most populous democracy and delve into India's history, culture, and people. From the Mughal dynasty to how India gained its independence from Britain, this book shows how the country has developed into a powerful world nation. Illustrations.