A Brief History of India

Alain Daniélou approaches the history of India from a unique perspective—as a sympathetic outsider, yet one who understands the deepest workings of the culture. Because of the continuity of its civilization, its unique social system, and the diversity of its cultures, races, languages, and religions, India is like a history museum. Even today one may encounter in India primitive people whose technology has remained at what is considered prehistoric levels. Daniélou's observations create a thoroughly engaging and readable journey through time, with a level of detail and comprehensiveness that is truly a marvel.