The Great Hindu Civilisation

DETAILS : 

• Author : Pavan K Varma
  
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Westland 
  
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 12, 2023
  
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
  
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 416 pages
  
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9395073284
  
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9395073288
  
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 450 g 

ABOUT THE BOOK

The Great Hindu Civilisation: Achievement, Neglect, Bias and the Way Forward is a powerful and meticulously researched exploration of the historical and cultural trajectory of Hinduism. Pavan K. Varma delves into the sophisticated intellectual, scientific, and philosophical foundations of the Hindu civilization, arguing that it has often been misunderstood or deliberately undervalued by both colonial and post-colonial narratives. The book is structured into sections that examine the brilliance of ancient Hindu thought, the impact of Islamic and British rule, and the "intellectual amnesia" that Varma believes has affected modern India. It is a clarion call for a "civilizational reawakening," urging Indians to engage with their heritage not through the lens of narrow communalism, but through a deep, inclusive, and scholarly understanding of its true greatness and resilience.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Pavan K. Varma is a distinguished former diplomat, politician, and acclaimed author known for his insightful works on Indian history and culture. A member of the Indian Foreign Service, he served in various high-ranking capacities, including as Ambassador to Bhutan and Cyprus. Varma is celebrated for his ability to synthesize complex historical data into compelling narratives that resonate with a contemporary audience. His other notable works include The Indian Middle Class, Being Indian, and Adi Shankaracharya: Hinduism’s Greatest Thinker. As a public intellectual, he is a frequent commentator on issues of national identity, culture, and governance, consistently advocating for a balanced and self-aware Indian state.