Drink of Immortality: Essays on Distillation and Alcohol Use in Ancient India
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Drink of Immortality: Essays on Distillation and Alcohol Use in Ancient India

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SKU: 9789390035212

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“Drink of Immortality” explores ancient India’s fascinating relationship with alcohol. D.N. Jha’s insightful essays delve into distillation techniques and the cultural significance of alcoholic beverages. Discover how alcohol intertwined with rituals, medicine, and daily life in ancient Indian society (ISBN: 9789390035212).

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  • ISBN-13: 9789390035212
  • Publisher: Manohar
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • ISBN-10: 939003521X
  • Publisher Date: 01 Jan 2020
  • Language: English

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Weight 0.5 kg

14 reviews for Drink of Immortality: Essays on Distillation and Alcohol Use in Ancient India

  1. Rakesh Kumar Sharma –

    I loved learning about the medicinal uses of alcohol. Very well presented and insightful.

  2. Prem Pushkar –

    I enjoyed learning about distillation techniques, but the book felt a bit dry. Overall, a good read if you’re interested in the topic.

  3. Yash Tailor –

    A fascinating glimpse into ancient India’s relationship with alcohol. Jha’s work is insightful, though a bit academic at times.

  4. Hritik Kumar Singhal –

    This book opened my eyes to a fascinating aspect of history. A recommended book to expand your knowledge.

  5. Fathimath Zeba T Z –

    A great resource for those interested in the history of alcohol or ancient Indian culture. A bit dense, but rewarding.

  6. Sneha Kumari –

    Some parts were captivating, others were dense and hard to follow. A mixed bag, but worth it for the unique subject matter.

  7. Roshan Kumar Yadav –

    An enlightening read! I never knew alcohol played such a significant role in ancient Indian rituals.

  8. Sam Cherian –

    A well-researched exploration of a little-known aspect of ancient Indian society. A must-read for history buffs.

  9. Anant Kumar Singh –

    Interesting and unique subject matter. But it could be more engaging for the average reader.

  10. Tushya Iyer –

    Excellent research! The book shed light on the cultural importance of alcohol in ancient India. Highly recommended.

  11. Kshitij Kumar –

    The book was very informative and well-researched. It offered great insights into the role of alcohol.

  12. Bhaviripudi Kusuma Sri –

    Interesting topic, but the writing style was a bit too scholarly for my taste. Still informative, though.

  13. Sudeep Khurana –

    Found the information very fascinating, but hard to get through. It needs more real-life stories and less dates.

  14. Piyush Kumar Sah –

    A bit too focused on technical details for a casual reader, but undeniably thorough. I wish it had more on the daily life.

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