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Agra-Historical and Descriptive with an Account of Akbar and His Court
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Agripreneurship for Employment and Empowerment of Women in Rural Areas
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Agua Viva
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Ahankar
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Ahead of their Times: Essays on Women Autobiography in India
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Air: The contemplative and redemptive new novel from the bestselling author of The Heart's Invisible Furies
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Akbar and the rise of the Mughal empire 1894 [Hardcover]
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Akshi Manch Par Sau Sau Bimb
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Alberuni's India – 1030 AD – An account of the religion – 2 Vols.
0Original price was: ₹3,580.00.₹2,327.00Current price is: ₹2,327.00.Explore the rich tapestry of ancient India with “Alberuni’s India – 1030 AD”. This seminal work, meticulously translated, offers an unparalleled window into the religion, philosophy, literature, geography, customs, and laws of India around 1030 AD. Originally penned by the Persian scholar Abu Rayhan al-Biruni, this comprehensive account is an essential read for historians, students, and anyone fascinated by India’s classical past. “Alberuni’s India” provides invaluable insights into the intellectual and social landscape of a bygone era. Discover the wisdom and intricacies of a civilization through the eyes of one of history’s most renowned travelers and scholars. A must-have for your collection at The Bookish Owl.
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Alberuni's India – 1030 AD – An account of the religion – 2 Vols.
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Albuquerque and the Early Portuguese Settlement in India
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Alexander’s Bridge
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