Description
- ISBN-13: 9789350023365
- Publisher: Aakar Books
- Binding: Paperback
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 9350023369
- Publisher Date: 2015
- Edition: 1
- No of Pages: 75
Original price was: ₹195.00.₹146.00Current price is: ₹146.00.
Explore Indian history’s complexities in “Debating the Ancient and Present.” Join Somnath Ghosal’s insightful conversation with renowned historian Romila Thapar (ISBN: 9789350023365). Analyze historical interpretations, challenge assumptions, and delve into the past’s relevance to contemporary India. Buy this thought-provoking book for a deeper understanding of history’s ongoing debates and their impact on today’s world.
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Ipsita Singh –
Not my favorite book, but overall I learned a lot that was valuable.
Prity Rani –
A stimulating dialogue, though sometimes dense. Thapar’s insights are invaluable. Good read!
Syed Muneeb Ali –
I would highly suggest this book to anyone looking for a better understanding of Indian history.
Harshita Sharma –
A very enlightening book that opened my eyes to some of the lesser known history of India.
Kumar Rohit –
An insightful exploration, though quite academic. It can be tough to get through, but the rewards are there.
Shubh Walia –
A mixed bag. Some chapters were brilliant, others less engaging. Worth reading for Thapar’s views.
Dipanjan Acharya –
A valuable resource for anyone interested in Indian history. It provides a good context. Recommended.
Ankit Yadav –
It’s a well written book, that does get bogged down at times with academic jargon, but still a good read
Ruchija Srivastava –
Thapar’s wisdom shines through. A bit academic at times, but worth the effort for a deeper understanding.
Kiran Motilal Rathod –
Some concepts were hard to grasp, but the book overall provided interesting insight into Indian history.
Aayush Gupta –
A book that I enjoyed from start to finish. for a great conversation and a valuable lesson.
Tapish Varshney –
Loved this book! The back and forth style was so compelling and easy to read. Highly recommend!
Dipankar Adhikari –
I will definitely re-read this one. A great conversation between the two authors.
Mahak Bang –
An interesting conversation. Some parts were repetitive, but overall, a worthwhile exploration of Indian history.
Biswajit Barman –
A must-read! Thapar’s insights into the past and present are incredibly relevant. It will make you think.
Abhishek Prasad –
Found it a bit slow in places, but the core arguments were compelling. It gives you perspective.
Jasmine Kaur –
Challenging and informative. It prompts critical thinking about history and its interpretation. Recommended!
Kundan –
Ghosal and Thapar are a great pairing. The discussions will leave you thinking for a long time.
Piyush Gohri –
Enjoyed the book. I found the discussion on ancient India particularly fascinating. A thought-provoking read.
Yash Koshal –
A good book with great lessons. Not quite as exciting as I was hoping, but still good.
Ranjan Kumar Jha –
While I enjoyed some parts, I found other parts to be boring and hard to get through.
Shreya Vatsa –
Eye-opening! Ghosal’s questions are sharp, and Thapar’s responses are enlightening. Highly recommended for history buffs.
Sanyum Chola –
For those very interested in Indian history, this is a must read. For others, it can be slow at times.
Ujjwal Chauhan –
I really struggled to get through some of the academic language in this one. A long and tough read.