Alburini Bharat (BENGALI) India by Al-Biruni

DETAILS :

• Author : Qeyamuddin Ahmad
  
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ National Book Trust
  
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ 1 January 2010
  
• Language ‏ : ‎ Bengali
  
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 238 pages
  
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8123722818
  
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8123722818
  
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 350 g

ABOUT THE BOOK

Al-Biruni's India (originally titled Tahqiq ma lill-Hind or Kitab-ul-Hind) is an encyclopedic classic written in the 11th century by the Persian polymath Abu Rayhan al-Biruni. Often hailed as the first "Indologist," Al-Biruni accompanied Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni to the Indian subcontinent, but instead of focusing on military conquest, he dedicated his time to an objective, scientific study of Indian civilization.

The English translation, primarily by Edward C. Sachau, remains the most authoritative version, allowing global readers to access Al-Biruni’s meticulous observations on Hindu religion, philosophy, literature, and science.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR 

Qeyamuddin Ahmad was a distinguished Indian historian, scholar, and professor who specialized in the medieval and modern history of India, with a specific focus on the socio-religious movements of the 19th century. He is best known for his rigorous archival research and his ability to provide a nuanced perspective on Islamic movements in the Indian subcontinent.