The Edicts of Asoka (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781428644311)

""The Edicts of Asoka"" is a book written by Vincent A. Smith that explores the edicts and inscriptions of King Asoka, who ruled the Mauryan Empire in India from 268 to 232 BCE. Asoka is known for his conversion to Buddhism and his efforts to spread the religion throughout his empire. The book examines the historical and cultural context of Asoka's reign, as well as the content and significance of his edicts. These edicts, inscribed on rocks and pillars throughout the empire, provide insight into Asoka's philosophy, governance, and religious beliefs. Smith's book offers a comprehensive analysis of these edicts, drawing on historical and archaeological evidence to provide a detailed understanding of Asoka's reign and legacy. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of ancient India, the spread of Buddhism, and the development of political and religious thought in the region.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Vincent Arthur Smith
ISBN-10: 1428644318
ISBN-13: 9781428644311
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/09/2006
Pages: 100
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.24d