History of India

By William C. Pearce

Book Overview

Originally written in 1876 by William C. Pearce for youthful students, History of India (reprinted 2023) provides a brief yet comprehensive chronicle of the most ancient and interesting portions of the British Empire, spanning from the earliest inhabitants and Aryan migrations to the progress of British conquest. This scholarly work details India's diverse physical features-from the Himalayan heights to the Great Plains-and provides an exhaustive historical account of the Mohammedan conquest, the early intercourse of European nations, and the pivotal administrations of figures like Warren Hastings and Lord Canning. As part of the Maven Books rare reprint series, this edition preserves a landmark of intellectual importance, offering researchers and students a valuable look into the political and social evolution of the Indian peninsula during the 18th and 19th centuries.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9370713360
• ISBN13: 9789370713369
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: Tamilnadu Book House
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"