{"product_id":"ashoka-and-the-maurya-dynasty-the-history-and-legacy-of-ancient-indias-greatest-empire-9781789145960","title":"Ashoka and the Maurya Dynasty: The History and Legacy of Ancient India's Greatest Empire","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Maurya Empire was the largest and wealthiest empire in 250 BCE, led by Ashoka, who promoted religious tolerance, animal rights, environmental protection, and peace. This book explores their legacy and influence in politics, Southeast Asia, China, and India, and contemporary popular culture. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 296 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15 August 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Reaktion Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Maurya Empire, which reached its zenith in 250 BCE, stands as one of the most remarkable and expansive empires in human history, spanning vast territories across modern-day India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. In her captivating book, Colleen Taylor Sen delves into the life, accomplishments, and enduring legacy of the Maurya emperor Ashoka, hailed as one of the greatest leaders in Indian history. The narrative unfolds as Ashoka, following a devastating war in 261 BCE, renounces violence and dedicates the remainder of his life to promoting religious tolerance, animal welfare, environmental conservation, peace, and multiculturalism. This transformative policy, known as Dhamma, profoundly impacted the course of history. Sen's meticulously researched book offers a comprehensive exploration of the Mauryas' legacy and influence in politics throughout Southeast Asia, China, and India, as well as in contemporary popular culture. Through vivid illustrations and insightful narratives, the book sheds light on the profound impact of the Maurya Empire on the world, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to resonate today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781789145960\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Colleen Taylor Sen","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44102098780410,"sku":"9781789145960","price":18.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1662753169375_book.jpg?v=1662961509","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/ashoka-and-the-maurya-dynasty-the-history-and-legacy-of-ancient-indias-greatest-empire-9781789145960","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}