The Indus Civilization

Here's a copy of The Indus Civilization by Ernest MacKay – a copy shipped free from our Denver warehouse. Runs to about 250 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

"The Indus Civilization" by Ernest J.H. Mackay is a comprehensive study of one of the world’s earliest urban cultures, centered in the Indus Valley (circa 2500–1900 BCE). Drawing from his excavations at Mohenjo-daro and other key sites, Mackay explores the civilization’s advanced town planning, architecture, trade networks, script, arts, and daily life. The book offers valuable insights into the social, economic, and technological achievements of the Harappans, and serves as a foundational work in South Asian archaeology and early urban history.

Book details

• Author: Ernest MacKay
• Format: Paperback & Hardcover
• Pages: 250
• Publisher: Gyan Books
• Published: 1935

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Who wrote The Indus Civilization?

The Indus Civilization is written by Ernest MacKay.

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