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020			_a9780143333272 (v. 2 : pbk.)
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020			_a9780143333265 (v. 1 : pbk.)
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100	1		_aDalal, Roshen, _d1952-
245	1	4	_aThe puffin history of India / _cRoshen Dalal
246	3	0	_aHistory of India
260			_aLondon : _bPuffin Books, _c2014
300			_a2 volumes : _billustrations, maps ; _c22 cm
500			_aIncludes indexes.
505			_aVol. 1 originally published in Puffin as: A history of India for children by Penguin Books India, 1997. Vol. 2 originally published in Puffin as: A history of India for children by Penguin Books India, 2003.
520			_aVol. 1: "How did the world become what it is today? How and when were the countries formed? Where did people come from? How did art, technology, science, language and literature begin? In The Puffin History of the World- Volume 1, Roshen Dalal traces the origin of human beings and the different aspects of their development and growth, right from the big bang and the origin of the universe, up to CE 1500. Well-researched and comprehensive, this book speaks of great civilizations and empires, epics, myths and legends, religions old and new, wars and conquests, clothes, food and lifestyle, trade, travel and adventure and much more. It packs in exciting trivia, numerous maps and illustrations that provide a breathtaking overview of global history. Ideal for students and young readers, this amazing reference guide helps to bring the past to life like never before." Vol. 2: "This book begins at the turning point at which India attains independence from the British. Following the trauma of the Partition, the focus shifts to the making of the Constitution, the integration of the 565 princely states, and the setting up of the administrative, legislative and judiciary systems. This is the story of India’s people and the making of our nation. Well researched and engaging, it is a contemporary history of India. It speaks of our art, culture, events and personalities that have shaped the country in recent times. Nuggets of fascinating information, attractive illustrations and detailed maps make the book a fantastic read. Ideal for students and young readers, this amazing reference guide helps to bring the past to life like never before.
650		0	_aIndia -- History -- Children's nonfiction.
650		0	_aIndia -- Civilization -- Children's nonfiction.
650		0	_aCivilization.
651		4	_98971 _aIndia _xHistoria
651		4	_98972 _aIndia _xCivilización
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