Aspects of Indian History and Archaeology

The present collection comprising thirty-three papers, cover a wide range of subjects viz. History, culture, ethnography and historical geography, temples and their socio-economic background, epigraphy, numismatics and religion, iconography, archaeology, material culture and tradition, museology and literature. The selection shows his versatility and his ease in handling the subjects. His preface to this book embodying the purpose and methodology for further research would be an eye opener for research scholars.  Dr. Sankalia\'s frank and outspoken writings may not be palatable to some but they are form the pen of a person who is sincere to his work and should carry conviction. (jacket)