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To Lhasa in Disguise
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To Lhasa in Disguise
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To Rescue the Constitution: George Washington and the Fragile American Experiment (The Presidential Series)
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To the Edges of the Earth: 1909, the Race for the Three Poles, and the Climax of the Age of Exploration
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To the Snows of Tibet and China: Travels in Central Asia
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To the Snows of Tibet and China: Travels in Central Asia
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Todas and Kotas of the Nilgiri Hills – Vol -1 No. 4 Madras Govt. Museum Bulletin (Anthropology)
0Original price was: ₹580.00.₹377.00Current price is: ₹377.00.Discover the fascinating world of the Todas and Kotas tribes in the Nilgiri Hills with this insightful volume, originally published as part of the Madras Government Museum Bulletin (Anthropology). This meticulously researched book, part of the renowned “The Bookish Owl” collection, delves into the unique customs, traditions, and social structures of these indigenous communities. Perfect for anthropologists, historians, and anyone interested in South Indian tribal cultures, this edition offers a deep dive into their way of life. Explore rich ethnographic details and cultural narratives that illuminate the heritage of the Nilgiri Mountains. A valuable addition to any library focusing on cultural studies and anthropology.
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Todas and Kotas of the Nilgiri Hills – Vol -1 No. 4 Madras Govt. Museum Bulletin (Anthropology)
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Todas of the Nilgiris Eurasian School-Boys; walking through the Nayadis of Malabar – Vol -IV No. 1 Madras Govt. Museum Bulletin (Anthropology)
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Todas of the Nilgiris Eurasian School-Boys; walking through the Nayadis of Malabar – Vol -IV No. 1 Madras Govt. Museum Bulletin (Anthropology)
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Tokyo: A Cultural and Literary History (Cities of the Imagination)
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Tolerance and Coercion in Islam: Interfaith Relations in the Muslim Tradition (Cambridge Studies in Islamic Civilization)
0Original price was: ₹2,927.02.₹2,927.02Current price is: ₹2,927.02.Uncover the nuanced history of interfaith relations in Islam. This authoritative study examines Qur’anic and classical sources to illuminate the Muslim tradition’s approach to diverse faiths, revealing a prevalent tolerance alongside occasional coercion. It’s an essential read for scholars and students of Islamic studies, comparative religion, and Islamic civilization in India and globally. Gain critical insights into historical attitudes and their surprising relevance to modern discourse. Understand the intricate balance of tolerance and cohesion.
