In this fascinating book, Michael Wood weaves a spellbinding narrative out of the 10,000-year history of India. Home today to more than a fifth of the world's population, the subcontinent gave birth to the oldest and most influential civilization on Earth, to four world religions, and to the world's largest democracy. Now, as India bids to become a global economic giant, Michael sets out to trace the roots of India's present in the incredible riches of her past. From one of Britain's best-loved historians and broadcasters, this is a magical mixture of history and travelogue, and an unforgettable portrait of India - past, present and future.
Michael Wood
In The Footsteps Of Alexander The Great
$21.95 – Trade paperback / Bbc Books
Michael Wood retraces Alexander the Great's amazing journey from Greece to India, searching for the truth behind the legend and experiencing the tremendous scale of his achievements. Using the ancient historians as his g... Buy or find out more →
The Story Of India
$27.95 – Paperback book / Bbc Books
In this fascinating book, Michael Wood weaves a spellbinding narrative out of the 10,000-year history of India. Home today to more than a fifth of the world's population, the subcontinent gave birth to the oldest and mos... Buy or find out more →
The Story Of India with Michael Wood
$29.95 – Digital video disc / Bbc Video
Acclaimed writer and historian, Michael Wood’s ‘ten thousand year epic’ uncovers the fabulous sights, sounds and dazzling achievements of the world’s oldest and most influential civilisation. In this captivating six-part... Buy or find out more →