A History of India

India has been home to a rich tapestry of peoples and cultures. Two of the world's great religions have their origins in South Asia, and the lands east of the Indus River have long been a central hub for trade, migration, and cultural exchange. Today the subcontinent contains 20 percent of the world's population and is a thriving center for global business. Go inside this thrilling story with A History of India, a breathtaking survey of South Asia from its earliest societies along the Indus and Ganges rivers through the modern challenges of the 21st century. These 36 sweeping lectures enable you to understand the epic scope of the subcontinent's history. In this wide-ranging investigation, you'll meet the many religious communities that have coexisted in India. Delve into the legacies of the Mauryan Empire, the Mughal Empire, and British colonialism, three of the few governments that ever unified the subcontinent. Witness the fight for independence from European powers and the partition of the region into the countries of India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. And consider the challenges and opportunities faced by this area today, from expanding urbanization to the ongoing, heated debates about national identity. Professor Fisher, who has traveled and taught in South Asia, reveals this complex narrative with skill and compelling insights. By the end, you will understand the full scope of the region and its cultures, across time and today.