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Soft cover. Condition: New. The northeastern region of India has a rich history, and Assam, in particular, has a distinct historical narrative. As Assam is often referred to as the 'gateway to the northeastern states', it holds a unique place in the region's history and memory. This book provides a comprehensive history of Assam, spanning from the prehistoric era to the emergence of British rule. It covers the Stone Age, the traditional periods, and extends through the Vedic age, including the renowned Kamarupa kingdom from the fourth to the twelfth centuries ce. The volume also explores the notable Ahom and Koch kingdoms, as well as other kingdoms such as Jaintia, Manipuri, and Sylheti. It addresses themes such as the invasion of Muslim Sultanates, the decay and decline of the Ahom kingdom, the consolidation and expansion of the British Empire, the Anglo-Burmese War and its impact on Assam, and concludes with the emergence of the tea economy under British rule.…

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Soft cover. Condition: New. A History of Assam by Sir Edward Gait is a pioneering historical account that remains one of the most authoritative texts on the region. First published in the early 20th century and now available in a revised second edition, the book offers a comprehensive survey of Assam's history from ancient times to the colonial period. Gait explores the political, cultural, and social developments of the region, delving into the rise and fall of powerful dynasties such as the Ahoms, the influence of neighboring kingdoms, and the impact of British rule. Drawing from a variety of sources, including chronicles, inscriptions, and oral traditions, the book provides an in-depth and well-researched narrative. It is widely regarded as an essential text for scholars, students, and general readers interested in the historical trajectory of Assam. Sir Edward Gait was a British civil servant and historian who served in colonial India, particularly in the northeastern region. His deep interest in local history and culture led him to author A History of Assam, which remains a foundational work in the historiography of the region.…

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Contents Preface. 1. Prehistoric and traditional rulers. 2. The period from the fourth to the twelfth centuries. 3. Events of 13 to 15 centuries. 4. The Koch Kings. 5. The rise of the Ahom Kingdom. 6. The period of Muhammadan Wars. 7. The climacteric of Ahom Rule. 8. The decay and fall of the Ahom Kingdom. 9. System of government. 10. Social conditions. 11. Economic conditions. 12. Literature. 13. Religion. 14. Fine arts. 15. The Kacharis. 16. The Jaintia Kings. 17. Manipur. 18. Sylhet. 19. The Burmese War. 20. Consolidation of British Rule. 21. Relations with Frontier Tribes. 22. Important events of recent times. 23. Growth of the tea industry. Appendices. Assam is in many ways a country of exceptional interest. Hemmed in as India is by the sea on the South east and South west and by the lofty chain of the Himalayas on the North the only routes between it and the rest of Asia which are practicable for migration on a large scale lie on its North West and North east confines the so called Aryans and many later invaders such as the Greeks the Huns the Pathans and the Mughals entered India from the North west from the North east through Assam have come successive hordes of immigrants from the great hive of the Mongolian race in Western China. Many of these immigrants passed on into Bengal but in that province they have as a rule become merged in the earlier population. Their influence is seen in the modified physical type of the present inhabitants who are classed as Mongolo Dravidians. This classic book is written by a top most scholar in lucid and simple language. 434 pp.…