A History of Gujarat From the Earliest Period to the Present Time

By Edalji Dosabhai

Book Overview

A History of Gujarat: From the Earliest Period to the Present Time (1894) is a comprehensive historical account of the Indian state of Gujarat, written by Dosabhai Edalji. The book covers the history of Gujarat from its earliest known period up to the 19th century, providing insight into the region's political, social, and cultural development over time.The book begins with an overview of Gujarat's geography and early inhabitants, including the Indus Valley Civilization and the Mauryan Empire. It then moves on to explore the rise of Gujarat as a major center of trade and commerce during the medieval period, and the subsequent arrival of European traders and colonizers in the 16th century.Throughout the book, Edalji provides detailed accounts of key historical events and figures, including the reign of the Solanki dynasty, the rise of the Mughal Empire, and the impact of British colonialism on the region. He also examines the role of religion and culture in shaping Gujarat's history, discussing topics such as the spread of Hinduism and Jainism, the influence of Sufi mysticism, and the development of Gujarati literature and art.Overall, A History of Gujarat: From the Earliest Period to the Present Time (1894) is an important historical resource for anyone interested in the rich and complex history of this fascinating region of India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164531921
• ISBN13: 9781164531920
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"