Download or read book Dolmenology a Glossary of Terminology Used to Study Dolmens written by K. Schath and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2019-10-17 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Glossary provides terminology thought to be helpful in describing dolmens and their subtle complex and artistic design. Detailed descriptions help define their Types and possibly variations that are significant to their use. Describing their location and place in the megalithic landscape may help to determine the culture and rituals that played out in the megalithic landscape.
Download or read book India s Ancient Past written by R.S. Sharma and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2006-10-20 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a complete and accessible description of the history of early India. It starts by discussing the origins and growth of civilizations, empires, and religions. It also deals with the geographical, ecological, and linguistic backgrounds, and looks at specific cultures of the Neolithic, Chalcolithic, and Vedic periods, as well as at the Harappan civilization. In addition, the rise of Jainism and Buddhism, Magadha and the beginning of territorial states, and the period of Mauryas, Central Asian countries, Satvahanas, Guptas, and Harshavardhana are also analysed. Next, it stresses varna system, urbanization, commerce and trade, developments in science and philosophy, and cultural legacy. Finally, the process of transition from ancient to medieval India and the origin of the Aryan culture has also been examined.