From the back of the book:
Dating back to around 2700 B.C., one of the earliest cultures in ancient India began in the Indus Valley region, which is now part of Pakistan. By around 500 B.C., ancient India had evolved into sixteen different states and kingdoms, each with their own leader. Throughout the centuries, the people of ancient India were highly influenced by religion. Many followed the teachings of religious texts known as the Vedas. Many other important writings come from ancient India, including epic poems called the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, which told fascinating stories of wars, kings, and heroes.
This book explores the culture of ancient India through social structure. It details the duties of a king, the activities of a farmer, the practices of priests, and much more. It also describes some of the discoveries and writings that have led to our present-day understanding of this fascinating culture.
About the Series
People of the Ancient World creates portraits of life in ancient civilizations through a look at the inhabitants. Each book focuses on a different culture and the various parts of its society, including farmers, scribes, priests, soldiers, artisans, and rulers. Incorporated throughout each book is a discussion of how we know what we know about the featured civilization. Sidebars highlight important archaeological discoveries and interesting facts. A biographical dictionary introduces readers to important historical figures, and a horizontal time line shows the key events in the evolution of the civilization.
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