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This lavishly illustrated book presents a coherent and fascinating account of the Indus Valley civilization that will appeal to specialists and non-specialists alike. Kenoyer draws on the latest archaeological information from Harappa, Mohenjodaro, Dholavira, and other major sites as well as on his considerable knowledge of South Asian societies and ancient technologies. He addresses such enduring topics as the nature and role of the Indus writing system, the Indus religino as evidenced through sculpture and architecture, the political organization of Indus city-states, long-distance trade and the importance of merchants in Indus society, and the daily life of the diverse inhabitants of the cities, towns, and villages of the region.
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    0195779401
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    978-0195779400
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    First Edition
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    Oxford University Press
  5. Publication date
    October 8, 1998
  6. Language
    English
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    10.9 x 0.9 x 8.9 inches
  8. Print length
    260 pages
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Kenoyer's discussion of the Indus Valley script is balanced and unspeculative. Because of his even-handed approach , Kenoyer suceeds very well in his objectives of providing an introductory text on the Indus Valley civilisation. The overall quality of the illustrations is very high, and the relatively low cost of the book should ensure a wide readership. - Richard Fynes - International Journal of Punjab Studies (UK)

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Jonathan Mark Kenoyer, Associate Professor in Anthropology, teaches archaeology and ancient technology at the University of Wisconsin, Madison.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oxford University Press
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 8, 1998
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ First Edition
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 260 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0195779401
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0195779400
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.9 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.9 x 0.9 x 8.9 inches
  • Best Sellers Rank: #2,114,278 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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    4.3 out of 5 stars (18)

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  • Thoughtful
    5.0 out of 5 stars Indus Valley
    Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2006
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    This was an excellent, informative and well-written book about a civilization which is largely unknown.
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  • RaoT
    5.0 out of 5 stars Rich and well-balanced narrative on the Indus Valley Cities
    Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2014
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    This is one of the best books on Anthropology that i ever read. Prof Kenoyer's writing style is very engaging and makes the narrative as an informative detective story. I couldn't keep the book down until i completed reading it page to page. The well-balanced content comes from the author's experience growing up on the subcontinent, and his ability to relate contemporary culture with the past.
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  • Alison
    3.0 out of 5 stars Good Reference.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2012
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    Kenoyer gives excellent coverage of a civilization, whose writing we have yet to decipher, based on the physical evidence. Good stuff!
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  • DM
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book....
    Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2005
    Format: Paperback
    This might definitely be a well-researched book.

    A Side Note: The only thing is that some portion of the very first statement in this book might be considered misleading. It says, "Fifty years go in 1947, when the countries of Pakistan and India gained independence from Great Britain..." Technically, Pakistan was created and partitioned from India in August 1947. Before the partition, there was no Pakistan. The statement here might be misleading because one, the one who is not so aware of the history of the world, might assume that the country of Pakistan always existed, which is completely incorrect. Pakistan came out on the map only after its separation from India.
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  • Mayuresh Kelkar
    4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent summary
    Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2000
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    The author faithfully documents his archeolgoical findings over the last three decades. The book is easy to read and has many excellent pictures. Dr. Kenoyer categorically states that the decline of this ancient civilization was due to natural causes and not because of destruction by invading nomads. Some of the seals such as the "Proto-Shiva," and the Swastika are very intriguing and may ultimately establish a firm link between the Indus civilization and the present day Hinduism. A lot of research still needs to be done, but this book is the first step in acknowlegding the true antiquity of the Indus-Sarasvati civilization.
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  • O Khan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Superb, factual introduction to the ancient Indus Valley.
    Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 1998
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    Mark Kenoyer is one of the leading experts on the ancient Indus Valley. As Director of the current excavations at the ancient Indus site of Harappa, he has made a number of new discoveries which are greatly expanding our knowledge of this civilization. The books is thorough, well-illustrated, and free of the ideological biases that have so long tainted ancient Indus studies. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in the facts. Kenoyer is also one of the few archaeologists who has worked in both Pakistan and India and is able to cover the ancient culture and its relationships to people today in both modern countries.
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  • Ahmad Faruqui
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very comprehensive and thought-provoking book
    Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2000
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    An excellent reference on the subject. It is modern in its approach, and updates a number of previous studies. It makes a number of new observations about the circular objects in Harappa. Perhaps they were not granaries as previously believed, but objects for dyeing textiles. It also suggests that there was another river parallel to the Indus River that has gone underground. One may be able to access this underground river using modern technology, and bring agriculture to areas that are now a desert.
    The book should be of interest to archaeologists as well as general readers. Maps and photographs make the story very tangible.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
    Reviewed in Germany on March 1, 2024
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    It took some time but i did order from another country, the book is something that i have been looking for since a long time. Its in great condition and they left a really nice note to contact them if anything is wrong.
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  • Fawkes
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great entry level book to the subject
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 17, 2013
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    This is a great book on the subject, particularly if you are fairly uninformed on the subject.
    Much of this book's updated view of the Indus Civilization comes from excavation work that the author was partly involved in, and yet this book is not one of those "author imposes his views" books.
    It is a nice balanced work that is essentially in line with the archaeological results.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars The book came in great condition
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    The rare and expensive book came in time and in good condition
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    5.0 out of 5 stars My purchase of "Ancient Cities of the Indus Valley Civilization " from Amazon
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    This is a valuable book on Indus Valley civilization and its contents are considered most authentic on the subject. Received my copy well in time.
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