--- product_id: 67471912 title: "A History of India" price: "22 Lei" currency: RON in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.ro/products/67471912-a-history-of-india store_origin: RO region: Romania --- # A History of India **Price:** 22 Lei **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** A History of India - **How much does it cost?** 22 Lei with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ro](https://www.desertcart.ro/products/67471912-a-history-of-india) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Over 5,000 years, India has been home to a rich tapestry of peoples and cultures. Two of the world's great religions - Hinduism and Buddhism - 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, making this region one of most significant economic powerhouses in the world. 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. Perhaps the most important facet of this history is how diverse the region truly is. Roughly the size of continental Europe, India - along with its neighbors, Pakistan and Bangladesh - contains a myriad of ethnic groups, socioeconomic classes, religions, and cultural mores. In this wide-ranging investigation, you'll: Meet the many religious communities that have coexisted in India, including Hindus, Jains, Buddhists, Muslims, Christians, Jews, and Zoroastrians 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 in the 20th century Consider the challenges and opportunities faced by this area today, from expanding urbanization to the vast need for energy sources to the ongoing heated debates about national identity Professor Fisher, who has traveled and taught in South Asia for decades, reveals this complex narrative with skill and compelling insights. Review: Five Stars - Super! Professor Fisher did a fantastic job putting these together. Review: One way to get introduced - Predictably, A History of India is an ambitious attempt to condense the vast and intricate history of the Indian subcontinent into a single volume. Expectedly, it falls short. For a topic so expansive, no single book or course could ever do justice. This is especially true for readers who are already well-acquainted with the subject, as this reviewer happens to be. For such readers, there was never going to be much scope for surprises at the broader topic level—after all, entire libraries could be built on any one of the themes or periods discussed in this book. The real interest in listening to the lectures lies in understanding what someone unfamiliar with the subject might glean from them and similar works. In this regard, the course does provide a useful summary or “gist” of India’s historical trajectory, offering a starting point for those who wish to learn about the subcontinent's rich and diverse past. The book covers major themes like India’s religious plurality, colonialism, and post-independence developments in a way that is accessible to newcomers. That said, the vast scope means that many topics are touched upon only briefly, often without the depth or nuance they deserve. In some ways, the book becomes an anthology of key historical periods and figures. There is little room for exploration of various perspectives, let alone engagement with contentious topics. Overall, a decent introductory resource at best. ## Images ![A History of India - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/918B2lxqjnL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars *by S***R on February 27, 2017* Super! Professor Fisher did a fantastic job putting these together. ### ⭐⭐⭐ One way to get introduced *by N***J on March 9, 2025* Predictably, A History of India is an ambitious attempt to condense the vast and intricate history of the Indian subcontinent into a single volume. Expectedly, it falls short. For a topic so expansive, no single book or course could ever do justice. This is especially true for readers who are already well-acquainted with the subject, as this reviewer happens to be. For such readers, there was never going to be much scope for surprises at the broader topic level—after all, entire libraries could be built on any one of the themes or periods discussed in this book. The real interest in listening to the lectures lies in understanding what someone unfamiliar with the subject might glean from them and similar works. In this regard, the course does provide a useful summary or “gist” of India’s historical trajectory, offering a starting point for those who wish to learn about the subcontinent's rich and diverse past. The book covers major themes like India’s religious plurality, colonialism, and post-independence developments in a way that is accessible to newcomers. That said, the vast scope means that many topics are touched upon only briefly, often without the depth or nuance they deserve. In some ways, the book becomes an anthology of key historical periods and figures. There is little room for exploration of various perspectives, let alone engagement with contentious topics. Overall, a decent introductory resource at best. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Learned a great deal from this course but have truly enjoyed it. *by N***H on March 2, 2017* I have had some experience with The Great Courses by The Teaching Company over the last ten or so years. I have had two DVD courses and several audio only ones. The majority of the course work fine in audio only with some exceptions like a course on the great works of art. I have not only learned a great deal from each course but have truly enjoyed them. A History of India was offered as a review copy from Recorded Books. India, as a country, a culture and a people, has long fascinated since I received a copy of The Far Pavilions by M. M. Kaye for my 16th birthday. I have not really had the opportunity to experience any non-fiction looks at India. A History of India was an excellent learning experience and achieved my goal of familiarizing myself with all of India, not just the historical fiction India. The course is taught by Michael H. Fisher, Ph.D., a professor of History at Oberlin College. Professor Fisher spent time living in India, with shorter periods in Pakistan and Bangladesh.He has a true love for the subject matter and it comes through in his lectures. Since this is an audio course, I would like to mention that the sound and production quality are excellent. Professor Fisher has a pleasant speaking voice. His pronunciations of foreign terms are clear and distinct so the listener can truly catch the word. When the same word comes up later, it is not an unknown term. He really does an excellent job. The course consists of thirty-six lessons of thirty minutes in audio format. Also included is a course guide in a pdf format. The course guide consists of a summary of each lecture, including some maps or photographs. The lecture summaries are rather more complete than normal summaries. Each lecture summary ends with a suggested reading list for those who want to explore more of the material covered in that lecture. What I really liked about the course was the completeness of the material covered. The first lecture, “Earliest History of the Indian Subcontinent” covers India’s geographic history. One of the things my children learned early in their education was that history occurs where it does for a reason. There were mountains that formed a barrier. There was a river that allowed a civilization to rise. There were weather conditions that changed the land and how it could be used. All of these are very important factors in why history happens where it does. The first lecture helps the listener understand how the geography of the Indian subcontinent shaped what was to come. The lectures continue with the migration of different peoples into the different areas of India. Literature and religion are not neglected but have several lectures dedicated to them. Each Indian empire is discussed. Lecture twenty-three begins the exploration of the influence of European Countries. The European conquest, rebellions and eventual Indian independence are covered next. The last two lectures examine the modernization of India beginning in the 1960’s and the 21st Century from the perspective of South Asia (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and the surrounding nations). It really is a complete course on the history of India. There are several ways to enjoy or utilize this course. The lectures can be listened to as time allows without reference to the course guide. The listener can read the lecture notes from the course guide and then listen to the accompanying lecture. This allows the listener to have familiarized themselves with the material similar to doing the required reading before a college class. The reader could also listen to the lectures and refer to the course guide only as they feel necessary. There is no wrong way to utilize the course. I took thirty days to complete the course. I listened to one lecture per day, two if time allowed. I did read over the course guide for each lecture before listening to the lecture. This method required an hour at the most of my time per lecture. I chose to do it in this manner to make sure that I had a full understanding of what I was hearing. I am planning on listening to the course again in a more informal manner, probably starting in April. I learned quite a bit. I highly recommend A History of India in audio format. While driving, working at home or the office, the listener could enjoy an educational field trip to a country, culture, and people unique in our world. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ro/products/67471912-a-history-of-india](https://www.desertcart.ro/products/67471912-a-history-of-india) --- *Product available on Desertcart Romania* *Store origin: RO* *Last updated: 2026-06-02*