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A BRIEF HISTORY OF AYURVEDA C

SKU: 9780190121082

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Discover the true historical significance of Ayurveda beyond its ‘alternative medicine’ label. This compelling book from The Bookish Owl unveils how Ayurveda served as the mainstream healthcare system in the Indian subcontinent for over two and a half millennia. Moving beyond mere descriptions of ancient texts, this insightful volume places Ayurvedic developments within their crucial socio-economic and historical contexts. It challenges conventional perspectives by integrating archaeological and epigraphic evidence, offering a fresh intellectual approach to understanding the evolution of indigenous Indian medicine. Perfect for students, practitioners, and history enthusiasts, this book provides a vital historical perspective, essential for a meaningful explanation of Ayurveda’s enduring legacy.

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Description

  • Print length: 204 pages
  • Language: English
  • Publisher: OUP India
  • Publication date: 24 September 2020
  • Dimensions: 21.84 x 2.03 x 14.48 cm
  • ISBN-10: 0190121084
  • ISBN-13: 978-0190121082