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Being Chanakya

Author : S.R. Krishnamurti
Publisher : सृजन Digital Collections
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 222 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Being Chanakya written by S.R. Krishnamurti and published by सृजन Digital Collections. This book was released on with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Also known as Kautilya or Vishnugupta, Chanakya is considered as the pioneer of the field of political science and economics in ancient India. He was a teacher, economist, philosopher and royal advisor. He is the one who uprooted Nanda Dynasty and formed a mighty Maurya Empire putting Chandragupta Maurya to the throne. On having gone through this one of the master pieces of history, one can easily conclude that Chanakya was beyond doubt a versatile genius. By writing ‘Arthashastra’ and ‘Nitishastra’ he had become a never ending phenomenon. He has truly guided the generations with his wisdom. It was very difficult to make out what was going on in his mind; so secretive was he in his methods and far sighted. There was no branch of knowledge which he had not mastered. This book is an attempt to elaborate the existence of Chanakya, his sensibility, visions, attitude, management skills, policy, administration; strategy of war and various other aspects of his personality.

Incarnations

Author : Sunil Khilnani
Publisher : Random House India
ISBN 13 : 9385990950
Total Pages : 551 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (859 download)

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Download or read book Incarnations written by Sunil Khilnani and published by Random House India. This book was released on 2017-01-12 with total page 551 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For all of India’s myths, stories and moral epics, Indian history remains a curiously unpeopled place. In Incarnations, Sunil Khilnani fills that space, recapturing the human dimension of how the world’s largest democracy came to be. His trenchant portraits of emperors, warriors, philosophers, film stars and corporate titans—some famous, some unjustly forgotten—bring feeling, wry humour and uncommon insight to dilemmas that extend from ancient times to our own.

Transitions – History & Civics ICSE Class 9

Author : Monica Bose, Sheila Bhattacharya
Publisher : Vikas Publishing House
ISBN 13 : 9325967561
Total Pages : 225 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (259 download)

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Download or read book Transitions – History & Civics ICSE Class 9 written by Monica Bose, Sheila Bhattacharya and published by Vikas Publishing House. This book was released on with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Transitions brings alive History and Civics for learners and transforms these subjects into an exciting journey. The books strictly follow the guidelines of the Inter State Board for Anglo-Indian Education and the ICSE Board. The series fosters a sense of history in young learners by reconstructing the past and introduces young minds to people and events from the past. It also makes students feel responsible towards their surroundings and fellow beings.

Born to Be King

Author : Deepak Thomas
Publisher : Astra Media OPC Private Limited
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Born to Be King written by Deepak Thomas and published by Astra Media OPC Private Limited. This book was released on 2023-10-06 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What are you willing to sacrifice to achieve victory? Born of a sacrifice to the gods, Princess Kautilya is the only daughter of the warrior king of Bharat. Her brothers, blessed with the traits of eagles, falcons and hawks, achieve renown across the empire, while she’s ridiculed for possessing the qualities of a parrot. Kautilya’s life takes an unexpected turn when her family is betrayed. Now, in order to restore her father’s legacy—and claim the throne—she must organize the greatest rebellion her nation has ever seen. But the enemy is always one step ahead, willing to go to any lengths to win. And her only allies are a group of misfits, plus a paltry army hidden in the forests. Will Kautilya have her vengeance? Or is her burgeoning resistance doomed to fail? If you enjoyed The Immortals of Meluha and The Palace of Illusions, then dive into this fantasy adventure inspired by Indian culture and history, with: a mythical world; relatable characters; and heavy doses of magic, romance, battles and betrayals.

Kautilya Today

Author : Jairam Ramesh
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 520 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Kautilya Today written by Jairam Ramesh and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Selected articles compiled from authors weekly column in India today, English weekly.

Bridging Two Worlds

Author : Amitav Acharya
Publisher : Univ of California Press
ISBN 13 : 0520390989
Total Pages : 333 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (23 download)

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Download or read book Bridging Two Worlds written by Amitav Acharya and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2023-01-03 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The rise of China and India could be the most important political development of the twenty-first century. What will the foreign policies of China and India look like in the future? What should they look like? And what can each country learn from the other? Bridging Two Worlds gathers a coterie of experts in the field, analyzing profound political thinkers from these ancient regions whose theories of interstate relations set the terms for the debates today. This volume is the first work of its kind and is essential reading for anyone interested in the growth of China and India and what it means for the rest of the world. "This brilliant volume shines a light on the two great civilizations that will once again drive world history. No volume could be more timely, more relevant, and more needed than this one." - KISHORE MAHBUBANI, Distinguished Fellow, Asia Research Institute, NUS, and author of The Asian 21st Century "With the recently elevated economic and political power of China and the great potential of India in the twenty-first century, interdisciplinary dialogue and engagement such as is found in this book is necessary for contemporary debates in political theory and international relations." - KUIYI SHEN, Professor of Asian Art History, Theory, and Criticism, University of California, San Diego"

Chanakya Nithi Kautilaya Arthashastra

Author : EDITORIAL BOARD
Publisher : V&S Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9350574063
Total Pages : 215 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (55 download)

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Download or read book Chanakya Nithi Kautilaya Arthashastra written by EDITORIAL BOARD and published by V&S Publishers. This book was released on 2015-06-01 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book gives a vivid description of Chanakya's doctrines, as written in his famous book, Arthashastra. The entire content has been taken from the original book but simplified and explained in an easy language for the common man. There are 17 chapters in the book containing the true essence of an ideal administrative system, the duties and responsibilities of an able ruler, how to become an efficient ruler, how to govern, the basic principles of a good government, how to strengthen the political and physical boundaries of a kingdom/government, how to increase the wealth of a kingdom/government or improve its economy and bring forth prosperity, which is relevant even today for good governance. There are also salient and interesting incidents from Chanakya's life along with attractive illustrations to make the book all the more eye-catching and reader-friendly. The best part of the book is that the author has beautifully tried to connect and relate the various philosophies of Kautilya with our daily life activities, problems and situations. So readers, just don't miss reading the book!

Chanakya's 100 Best Sutras

Author : Radhakrishnan Pillai
Publisher : Jaico Publishing House
ISBN 13 : 8119153286
Total Pages : 245 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (191 download)

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Download or read book Chanakya's 100 Best Sutras written by Radhakrishnan Pillai and published by Jaico Publishing House. This book was released on 2023-09-05 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A good mentor can transform your life but is difficult to find. Here’s a rare chance to unleash your full potential with the help of one of India’s sharpest strategists. Drawing from the ancient Arthashastra, bestselling author Radhakrishnan Pillai transforms Chanakya’s revered sutras into everyday wisdom for modern readers. Pillai, India’s leading Chanakya expert, handpicks the 100 most powerful sutras from nearly 6,000 original ones and distills them into practical advice for leaders, professionals, and students alike in this one-of-its-kind book. Be it in the boardroom or your personal life, these lessons will empower you to think, act, and lead with conviction. Dive in to discover tried-and-true approaches for: • Cultivating leadership • Assuring career growth • Learning money management • Mastering decision making • Building personal relationships and professional networks And much more. This book will be your trusted companion as you work to build the life you want.

Rethinking Political Thinkers

Author : Manjeet Ramgotra
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0198847394
Total Pages : 783 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (988 download)

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Download or read book Rethinking Political Thinkers written by Manjeet Ramgotra and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2023-03-30 with total page 783 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rethinking Political Thinkers explores a uniquely diverse set of political thinkers, from traditionally canonical theorists such as Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, and Mill, to marginalized women and thinkers of color, such as hooks, Du Bois, Butler, Fanon, Firestone, Said, and Goldman. Placing traditional thinkers alongside and in conversation with neglected and unheard voices opens up important debates, and presents political thought in a new light. Each thinker is examined within the contexts of patriarchy, white supremacy, and imperialism, and the relations and structures of race, gender, and class which different theories have reflected, defended, or challenged. The text is organized thematically, rather than simply chronologically, in order to explore central ideas such as social contract theory and its critics, freedom and revolution, the liberal self and black consciousness, colonial domination, and the environment. In each chapter students are encouraged to think through ideas in relation to their everyday experiences, and to understand that political thought occurs in many formats, so that they develop a more inclusive, intercultural, and critical awareness of the development of social and political thought. Original and timely, Rethinking Political Thinkers is designed to support the study of a decolonised political theory curriculum, revitalising political thought as a practice that belongs to us all. The online student resources include links to relevant videos, articles, blogs, and useful websites, which help students further develop their research interests. Additionally, detailed thinker biographies provide further social, political, and cultural context for each theorist covered in the text.

King, Governance, and Law in Ancient India

Author : Kauṭalya
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0199891826
Total Pages : 785 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (998 download)

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Download or read book King, Governance, and Law in Ancient India written by Kauṭalya and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2013-01-31 with total page 785 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: King, Governance, and Law in Ancient India presents an English translation of Kautilya's Arthashastra (AS.) along with detailed endnotes. When it was discovered in 1923, the Arthashastra was described as perhaps the most precious work in the whole range of Sanskrit literature, an assessment that still rings true. This new translation of this significant text, the first in close to half a century takes into account a number of important advances in our knowledge of the texts, inscriptions, and archeological and art historical remains from the period in Indian history to which the AS. belongs (2nd-3rd century CE, although parts of it may be much older). The text is what we would today call a scientific treatise. It codifies a body of knowledge handed down in expert traditions. It is specifically interested in two things: first, how a king can expand his territory, keep enemies at bay, enhance his external power, and amass riches; second, how a king can best organize his state bureaucracy to consolidate his internal power, to suppress internal enemies, to expand the economy, to enhance his treasury through taxes, duties, and entrepreneurial activities, to keep law and order, and to settle disputes among his subjects. The book is accordingly divided into two sections: the first encompassing Books 1-5 deals with internal matters, and the second spanning Books 6-14 deals with external relations and warfare. The AS. stands alone: there is nothing like it before it and there is nothing after it-if there were other textual productions within that genre they are now irretrievably lost. Even though we know of many authors who preceded Kautilya, none of their works have survived the success of the AS. Being "textually" unique makes it difficult to understand and interpret difficult passages and terms; we cannot look to parallels for help. The AS. is also unique in that, first, it covers such a vast variety of topics and, second, it presents in textual form expert traditions in numerous areas of human and social endeavors that were handed down orally. Expert knowledge in diverse fields communicated orally from teacher to pupil, from father to son, is here for the first time codified in text. These fields include: building practices of houses, forts, and cities; gems and gemology; metals and metallurgy; mining, forestry and forest management; agriculture; manufacture of liquor; animal husbandry, shipping, and the management of horses and elephants- and so on. Finally, it is also unique in presenting a viewpoint distinctly different from the Brahmanical "party line" we see in most ancient Indian documents.

Musings of a Military Mind

Author : BRIG Suyash Sharma VSM
Publisher : Notion Press
ISBN 13 : 1637455518
Total Pages : 220 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (374 download)

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Download or read book Musings of a Military Mind written by BRIG Suyash Sharma VSM and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2021-02-14 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take a peek into the “puntastic” (as one of the readers described the Musings of this Military Mind) collection of articles, anecdotes and topical commentary of global events. The range is huge starting from the US Presidential Elections and Covid 19 to the training regimen of the cadets in the Defence Academies. The author has captured his ruminations in a lucid and simple story narrative. “The Trump Card” The Trump(ets) of the world have heaved a sigh of relief after four years of having been blown non-stop, no wonder all that they produced these days was " Vivekamunandan..." When they were queried on their misery, they responded tongue in cheek that "They were 'biden' their time". “Independence Day the NDA Way” 2475 ft. was one of the peaks of the small hills in Khadakwasla. Why was it called 2475? No one knows. The actual height was probably a couple of feet less. Corporal then explained the modus operandi of the day's climb; we had to front roll up the slope...? Now this was turning out to be literally a bolt from the blue... a royal kick in the derriere provided the much needed booster. So began our very own freedom struggle, we the wretched second and third termers… the very lowly creatures in the food chain bore the brunt. “Oh those Bats” Apart from the social distancing, lockdowns and migrant labours, cricketers and baseball players are up in arms; they have asked for a change in the nomenclature of their “Bats”, they would not like to touch anything so vile in their wildest imagination. “Ode to NDA Masters” "Giving meaningful looks!” was how the charge read, forwarded by Dr (Mrs) SK Singh; the cadet was summoned to the squadron office and questioned. He was punished to be sent on liberty to Pune next Sunday to leave the instructor in question alone... “Quarantined” Covid 19 after all is a teen, adolescent, neither an adult nor a kid, quite confused, not taken seriously by the Americans nor by the Chinese. He is out to prove a point. How I wish the Chinks had waited for two more months before letting it lose, then it would have been christened Covid 20 and would probably have been more reasonable. “A Close Shave” Today's youngsters are all Virat Kohli look alikes... clones, same bearded chins with hardly any clean cut faces. I wonder why this reverse evolution has commenced in the men folk, where they have got so entangled in the facial hair that they have messed up Darwin's treatise itself. At this rate, soon they should be growing their vestigial tails on their derriere! “Close Encounters of the Hairy Kind(!)” The reason why we start to dread the visit to the saloon may be a matter of research. But to me it appears as though the blame lies squarely with our age old ‘samskaras’, ‘mundan’ as we all are aware, is our first introduction with this species of barbers or hair dressers, as they are addressed these days. Naturally after the ignominy of making a public spectacle of being shorn of one’s precious locks, the relations with the barbers were destined to be acrimonious.

Kautilya Unleashed

Author : C. T. William
Publisher : PartridgeIndia
ISBN 13 : 9781482836813
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (368 download)

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Download or read book Kautilya Unleashed written by C. T. William and published by PartridgeIndia. This book was released on 2014-10-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Kautilya Unleashed" is a courageous and innovative attempt by Dr. C.T.William to analyze the management principles behind the successful working of the Mauryan Empire, India's first great empire in archeologically recorded history to rule most of the Indian subcontinent. The current trend towards an increasingly globalized environment has led to the desire to learn and understand the dynamics and historical and sociological roots of various cultures and models of social and business organization other than that of one's own. The recent proliferation of studies analyses and books on Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" and Machiavelli's "The Prince" are a pointer to this phenomenon. In that context, a study, such as the one attempted here by Dr. William on Kautilya and Arthashastra, is most timely. I am sure that this work will serve as a path breaker for more such studies in the field of modern business management, not only in India but across the world, on India's proven successes in producing effective systems of social administration and human management in ancient times.

Rabindranath Tagore, Amartya Sen, and the Early Indian Classical Period

Author : Neal Leavitt
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1666915688
Total Pages : 203 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (669 download)

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Download or read book Rabindranath Tagore, Amartya Sen, and the Early Indian Classical Period written by Neal Leavitt and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2022 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the ethical standard of the obligations of power articulated by philosophers Rabindrinath Tagore and Amartya Sen. The author argues that Tagore and Sen focused on the need to diminish all states' capacity for violence, regardless of regime type.

The Principles and Practice of Effective Leadership

Author : John Zinkin
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
ISBN 13 : 311070787X
Total Pages : 366 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (17 download)

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Download or read book The Principles and Practice of Effective Leadership written by John Zinkin and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2021-09-07 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This thought-provoking and timely book asserts that the dichotomy between leaders and managers described in much business literature fails to recognize how the two roles overlap. The book discusses techniques for senior executives based on history and neuroscience to enhance their "managerial leadership" in different environments. The ethical dilemmas of directors and executives are explored, with lessons from both leadership failures and successes. The Principles and Practice of Effective Leadership redefines "leadership" as a morally neutral activity, reflecting the impact of strategic, cultural and operational contexts on a leader’s effectiveness. The authors suggest there are universal but morally neutral techniques for effective leadership that depend on the context in which they are practiced. In Part 1, the careers and personalities of historical figures including Elizabeth Tudor, Napoleon, and Atatürk are examined. Part 2 deliberates on why leadership cannot be separated from effective management and concludes that leadership is managerial, and best encapsulated in the concept of "wayfinding." In Part 3, the authors discuss the techniques "wayfinders" can learn to be both effective and ethical, using a simple and practical framework. This insightful book is essential reading for professionals, coaches, consultants, and academics interested in techniques and ethics of leadership and executive education.

Economic Sciences, 1996-2000

Author : Torsten Persson
Publisher : World Scientific
ISBN 13 : 9789810249618
Total Pages : 382 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (496 download)

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Download or read book Economic Sciences, 1996-2000 written by Torsten Persson and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2003 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Below is a list of the prizewinners during the period 1996 ? 2000 with a description of the works which won them their prizes: (1996) J A MIRRLEES & W S VICKREY ? for their fundamental contributions to the economic theory of incentives under asymmetric information; (1997) R C MERTON & M A SCHOLES ? for a new method to determine the value of derivatives; (1998) A K SEN ? for his contributions to welfare economics; (1999) R A MUNDELL ? for his analysis of monetary and fiscal policy under different exchange rate regimes and his analysis of optimum currency areas; (2000) J J HECKMAN ? for his development of theory and methods for analyzing selective samples & D L McFADDEN ? for his development of theory and methods for analyzing discrete choice.

The Art of War - Book Set

Author : Carl von Clausewitz
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1996 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)

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Download or read book The Art of War - Book Set written by Carl von Clausewitz and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-24 with total page 1996 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 'Art of War - Book Set' is a seminal anthology that traverses various epochs and geographies, encapsulating the strategic and philosophical musings on warfare and power. This collection showcases an impressive range of literary styles, from treatises and manuals to reflective essays, underlining the universal and enduring nature of military strategy. The diversity of the works, from East and West, antiquity to the modern era, offers readers a panoramic view of military thought. Notable pieces within the anthology echo the strategic genius of legendary figures and underscore the transformative impacts of military strategy on civilizations and the conduct of war. The backgrounds of the contributing authors, including historic generals, philosophers, and strategists, provide a rich tapestry of insights into the art of war. The anthology spans significant historical, cultural, and literary movements, from the ancient wisdom of Sun Tzu and Confucius to the revolutionary thoughts of Che Guevara, reflecting a broad spectrum of geopolitical contexts and evolutionary warfare strategies. These varied voices collectively offer a nuanced exploration of warfares complexity, its ethical considerations, and its strategic innovations. 'The Art of War - Book Set' is an essential collection for anyone interested in military strategy, history, or philosophy. It offers a unique opportunity to explore a multitude of perspectives and analytical frameworks, making it a pertinent educational tool and a profound resource for understanding conflict and power dynamics. Readers are encouraged to delve into this collection to embrace the breadth of insights and to foster a richer dialogue between the classical and modern interpretations of warfare and strategy.

To Uphold the World

Author : Bruce Rich
Publisher : Penguin Books India
ISBN 13 : 9780670999460
Total Pages : 348 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (994 download)

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Download or read book To Uphold the World written by Bruce Rich and published by Penguin Books India. This book was released on 2008 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At The Beginning Of The Twenty-First Century, We Cannot Escape The Turbocharged Global Economy We Live In. Yet The Very Forces That Link All Of Us Have Accelerated The Dissolution Of Traditional Sources Of Social Authority And Historical Identity, Spurring Increasingly Violent Counter Movements. We Realize Traditional National Politics And The Reorganization Of All Social Values Around Markets Cannot Hold Together The Six And A Half Billion Inhabitants Of This Small Planet The World Needs A New Global Order Based On A Common Global Ethic And Global Justice. To Uphold The World Is Bruce Rich'S Deeply Illuminating And Thought-Provoking Exploration Of Such An Alternative. His Search To Found A Civil And International Order On Principles That Transcend The Goals Of Pure Economic Efficiency And Amoral Realpolitik Is Inspired By The Writings And Lives Of Two Of The Greatest Figures Of Ancient India Ashoka And Kautilya. Ashoka Provides A Unique Example Of A World Ruler His Empire At The Time Was Arguably The World'S Largest, Richest And Most Powerful Multi-Ethnic State Who Tried To Put Into Practice A Secular State Ethic Of Non-Violence And Reverence For Life, Which He Also Extended To International Relations. Kautilya, One Of History'S Greatest Political Geniuses, Wrote The World'S First Treatise On Political Economy, The Arthasastra, Which Proclaims Accumulation Of Material Riches As The Chief Underpinning Of Human Society. Both Addressed The Questions Of Political Realism And Idealism, The Role Of Force And Violence In International Relations, And The Tension Between Economics And Ethics. Through The Retelling Of Mythical And Historical Accounts, Bruce Rich Distils The Message Of Ashoka And Kautilya To Help Us Uphold Our World In The Twenty-First Century. A Unique Blend Of Historical And Political Narrative Combined With Reflections On Contemporary Society, The International Environment And Human Rights, To Uphold The World Is Particularly Timely, Because It Puts Forth A Truly Original Perspective And Thinking On Our Responses To The Political, Economic And Ethical Challenges Of Globalization. 'The Reader Is Drawn Powerfully Into A Long-Gone World In Which An Extraordinary Human Being Dramatically Changed His Own Life And The World Around Him . . . A Highly Readable Book On The Importance And Reach Of Some Arguments In Ancient India, And On Their Relevance For Global Problems Today.' From The Foreword By Amartya Sen. 'To Uphold The World Should Serve As A Source Of Great Inspiration . . . It Is My Hope And Prayer That Readers Today May Be Inspired By This Tale Of A Powerful Ruler To Find Ways To Contribute To Making The World . . . A More Just And Peaceful Place.' From The Afterword By His Holiness The Dalai Lama