India Through Chainese Eyes

Here's a copy of India Through Chainese Eyes by Surendranath Sen – a copy shipped free from our Denver warehouse. Runs to about 209 pages, so it's the sort of book that's just as happy on a coffee table as on a shelf.

What it's about

India Through Chinese Eyes explores India’s ancient civilization through the accounts of Chinese pilgrims such as Fa-Hien, Hiuen Tsang, and I-Tsing. Surendranath Sen uses their observations to reconstruct India’s religious life, education, governance, and society from the 4th to 7th centuries CE. The book highlights India’s spiritual and cultural richness, emphasizing Buddhist influence and the country’s appeal as a center of learning. It offers a rare external yet sympathetic perspective on India's historical development and global significance.

Book details

• Author: Surendranath Sen
• Format: Paperback & Hardcover
• Pages: 209
• Publisher: Gyan Books
• Published: 1956

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Is India Through Chainese Eyes available in paperback or hardcover?

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What language is this edition in?

This edition is in English.

Who wrote India Through Chainese Eyes?

India Through Chainese Eyes is written by Surendranath Sen.

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