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Top 10 Books on Indian History

  1. India After Gandhi: The History of the World's Largest Democracy by Ramachandra Guha This book covers India's history from independence in 1947 to the present day, including the challenges of building a democratic nation from a diverse and divided population.

  2. The Discovery of India by Jawaharlal Nehru Written by India's first Prime Minister, this book provides an insightful perspective on Indian history and culture, examining India's past and present through the eyes of a political leader.

  3. The Wonder That Was India: A Survey of the History and Culture of the Indian Sub-Continent Before the Coming of the Muslims by A.L. Basham This book is a comprehensive survey of Indian history before the Muslim invasions, exploring the country's culture, religion, society, and political systems.

  4. A History of India by Romila Thapar This book provides an in-depth analysis of Indian history from the prehistoric period to the present day, covering topics such as the rise and fall of empires, religion, art, and social structures.

  5. The Argumentative Indian by Amartya Sen This book explores the rich intellectual and cultural traditions of India, examining how debates, arguments, and dialogues have shaped the country's history and identity.

  6. The Story of India by Michael Wood This book is a fascinating journey through India's history and culture, from ancient times to the present day, exploring the country's diverse religions, art, and architecture.

  7. The Last Mughal: The Fall of a Dynasty: Delhi, 1857 by William Dalrymple This book tells the story of the last Mughal Emperor, Bahadur Shah Zafar, and the events leading up to the 1857 Indian Rebellion against British rule.

  8. The Great Partition: The Making of India and Pakistan by Yasmin Khan This book examines the tumultuous events leading up to the partition of India in 1947, exploring the political, social, and cultural factors that led to the division of the country.

  9. India: A History by John Keay This book provides a comprehensive history of India, from prehistoric times to the present day, covering the rise and fall of empires, religious movements, and social and cultural changes.

  10. The Cambridge Economic History of India: Volume 1, c.1200-c.1750 edited by Tapan Raychaudhuri and Irfan Habib This book is a detailed analysis of India's economic history from the medieval period to the mid-eighteenth century, examining trade, commerce, agriculture, and the growth of towns and cities

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