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

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

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Rakesh Kumar Sharma – February 22, 2023

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

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   Rated 3 out of 5

   Prem Pushkar – May 9, 2023

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

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Yash Tailor – June 10, 2023

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

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Hritik Kumar Singhal – July 28, 2023

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

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Fathimath Zeba T Z – October 18, 2023

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

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   Rated 3 out of 5

   Sneha Kumari – March 2, 2024

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

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Roshan Kumar Yadav – March 24, 2024

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

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Sam Cherian – July 19, 2024

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

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Anant Kumar Singh – September 30, 2024

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

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    Rated 5 out of 5

    Tushya Iyer – October 17, 2024

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

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    Rated 5 out of 5

    Kshitij Kumar – October 23, 2024

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

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Bhaviripudi Kusuma Sri – November 23, 2024

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

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Sudeep Khurana – December 26, 2024

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

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Piyush Kumar Sah – January 26, 2025

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