{"title":"Professor Audrey Truschke","description":"\u003cp\u003eProfessor Audrey Truschke is a distinguished author and historian whose expertise brings the vibrant tapestry of Indian history to life. With a focus on Mughal India and the dynamic interactions between cultures during pivotal historical periods, her scholarly works are both insightful and accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her collection, you will find books that delve into the complexities of Indian history, examining the rich narratives and intricate relationships that have shaped the subcontinent's past and continue to influence the present. Her writing is deeply rooted in extensive research, yet she presents her findings in a manner that is engaging and thought-provoking for both academics and history enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her acclaimed works, you'll discover compelling narratives that challenge conventional understandings and encourage readers to explore the nuanced reality of India's vast historical landscape. For those interested in understanding the historical dynamics of India with a fresh perspective, Professor Truschke's books are an essential addition to your library.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"india-by-professor-audrey-truschke-9780691221229","title":"India","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA dazzling new history of the Indian subcontinent and its diverse peoples in global context from antiquity to today\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMuch of world history is Indian history. Home today to one in four people, the subcontinent has long been densely populated and deeply connected to Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas through migration and trade. In this magisterial history, Audrey Truschke tells the fascinating story of the region historically known as India—which includes today's India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and parts of Afghanistan—and the people who have lived there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA sweeping account of five millennia, from the dawn of the Indus Valley Civilisation to the twenty-first century, this engaging and richly textured narrative chronicles the most important political, social, religious, intellectual, and cultural events. Throughout, it describes how the region has been continuously reshaped by its astonishing diversity, religious and political innovations, and social stratification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHere, readers will learn about Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Islam, and Sikhism; the Vedas and Mahabharata; Ashoka and the Mauryan Empire; the Silk Road; the Cholas; Indo-Persian rule; the Mughal Empire; European colonialism; national independence movements; the 1947 Partition of India; the recent rise of Hindu nationalism; the challenges of climate change; and much more. Emphasising the diversity of human experiences on the subcontinent, the book presents a wide range of voices, including those of women, religious minorities, lower classes, and other marginalised groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou cannot understand India today without appreciating its deeply contested history, which continues to drive current events and controversies. A comprehensive and innovative book, \u003cem\u003eIndia\u003c\/em\u003e is essential reading for anyone who is interested in the past, present, or future of the subcontinent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849314390252,"sku":"9780691221229","price":79.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2199433482434.jpg?v=1759039058"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/professor-audrey-truschke.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}