Bibliograph

Ancient India, written by Virginia Schomp

Type

Label

Ancient India, written by Virginia Schomp

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (p. 104-106) and index

Illustrations

mapsillustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Ancient India

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

62510649

Responsibility statement

written by Virginia Schomp

Series statement

People of the ancient world

Summary

Describes the history, religion, and social customs of ancient India, including their love and respect for all animals. Who were people of the ancient world? What was it like to be a farmer or a soldier or an artisan in ancient times? This series creates portraits of life in ancient civilizations through the inhabitants. Each chapter focuses on a different part of society, such as peasants, scholars/scribes, priests, soldiers, rulers, and more. This book looks at the culture and people of ancient India. Topics explored include religious practices and the roles of Brahman priests in society. This comprehensive title covers several important eras, including the Indus Valley Civilization and Vedic periods

Table Of Contents

Brahman priests -- Kings, queens, and princes -- Government leaders and warriors -- Farmers and merchants -- Servants, laborers, and craftspeople -- Outcastes and slaves -- Poets and playwrights

Target audience

juvenile

Classification

Creator