To grasp the dynamic nature and volatile essence of Ancient India, whose continuity and vitality are a constant source of wonder and fascination, requires a familiarity with the history and culture of one of the world's oldest civilizations. This book presents a chronological picture of Indian history from 2500 BC to AD 1192 - from the dawn of Indian culture, represented by the Indus Valley Civilization, until the defeat of Prithviraj's Rajput army at Tarain ...