Showing titles in South Asia

Winner of the 2020 National Outdoor Book Award for Best History/Biography A saga of survival, technological innovation, and breathtaking human physical achievement -- all set against the backdrop of a world headed toward war -- that became one of the most compelling international dramas of the...

Drawing on untapped new sources, the first global history of the Indian Expeditionary Forces in World War I While their story is almost always overlooked, the 1.5 million Indian soldiers who served the British Empire in World War I played a crucial role in the eventual Allied victory. Despite...

The New India is the unforgettable account of the struggle between modern forces and ancient ideas to shape the young country's destiny. It reveals a picture of a nation on the precipice of dramatic change. 'Remarkable... fascinating... brilliant' Guardian Based on six years of detailed research...

A colorful and revealing portrait of the rise of India’s new billionaire class in a radically unequal society India is the world’s largest democracy, with more than one billion people and an economy expanding faster than China’s. But the rewards of this growth have been far from evenly...

An extraordinary history of resistance and the fight for Indian independence—the little-known story of seven foreigners to India who joined the movement fighting for freedom from British colonial rule. Rebels Against the Raj tells the story of seven people who chose to struggle for a country...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER ONE OF TIME’S TEN BEST NONFICTION BOOKS OF THE DECADE ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES’S 100 BEST BOOKS OF THE 21ST CENTURY A KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST NONFICTION BOOK OF THE CENTURY AN OPRAH DAILY BEST NONFICTION BOOK OF THE PAST...

Uncover the history of social hierarchy and how arbitrary birthrights dictate power, inequality, and human survival. Perfect for your daily commute, this eye-opening sociological exploration reveals how deep-seated rules govern work, marriage, and safety across generations. Step away from...

Trace the origins of systemic inequality and discover how ancient social hierarchies transformed birth into rigid destiny. Perfect for a thought-provoking commute, this calm and empathetic history explores how ideas of purity, divine order, and inherited labor hardened into an inflexible...

Uncover a gripping political history of a marginalized delta population fighting a brutal war for national independence. From the earliest river societies to the devastating partition of India, this immersive narrative traces the forging of a resilient republic. Perfect for your daily commute or...

Discover how a rugged Himalayan kingdom defied expanding empires to remain fiercely independent and unconquered. Perfect for your daily commute or armchair travel, this epic historical journey explores the breathtaking landscapes and brilliant military strategies that protected a sovereign...

Uncover South Asian history as a rugged frontier town transforms into the Mughal Empire's ultimate cultural masterpiece. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive historical narrative transports you directly to the fertile banks of the Ravi River. Hear the echoes of ancient caravans and the...

Discover the epic Asian history of a lush island paradise that sparked the rise and fall of maritime empires. Perfect for a focused commute, this immersive narrative sweeps across the Indian Ocean to reveal how a small geographic marvel became the ultimate prize for ambitious conquerors. Let...

Trace the dramatic sweep of South Asian history as rugged Himalayan valleys unite to forge an independent kingdom. Perfect for an immersive commute, this captivating audio journey chronicles the birth of a nation at the crossroads of ancient trade and faith. Discover how scattered mountain...

Unearth the archaeological mysteries of a lost ancient city whose brilliant urban planning still defies explanation. Perfect for an educational commute or an afternoon of deep focus, this atmospheric journey transports you into the bustling streets of Bronze Age South Asia. Witness how an...

Explore how a small Himalayan kingdom defied global empires to secure absolute sovereignty in this epic Asian history. Perfect for your daily commute or an immersive session of armchair travel, this dramatic narrative explores the fierce survival of a spiritual epicenter. Dive deep into a tense...

Step into the ancient world to solve history's ultimate mystery: the vanishing of a thriving Bronze Age civilization. Transform your daily commute into an immersive archaeological expedition as you explore the urban marvels of a society with no deciphered texts. This thought-provoking audio...

Discover the sweeping urban history of a coastal hamlet transformed by migration into an unstoppable megacity. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive narrative sweeps you across centuries of empire, trade, and geographical conquests along the Arabian Sea. Witness how everyday laborers...

Uncover the dramatic rise and colonial collapse of a global textile empire through the evocative history of a river city. Perfect for a thoughtful morning commute or an evening of deep focus, this immersive historical journey transports you to the monsoon-swept landscapes of Bengal. Witness how...

Experience an immersive Asian history journey where Himalayan kingdoms collide with sacred traditions and global trade. Perfect for your morning commute or as armchair travel, this sweeping narrative brings South Asia’s most distinctive urban civilization to life. Walk alongside monks...

Dive into a sweeping urban history where anonymous textile weavers ignited the political revolution of a modern nation. Perfect for your daily commute, this deeply evocative narrative transports you to the bustling river ghats and merchant mansions of the Bengal delta. Experience the high-energy...