Antiquities of India: An Account of the History and Culture of Ancient Hindustan is a book written by Lionel David Barnett in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and culture of ancient India, with a focus on the period from the earliest times to the end of the Gupta period. The author covers a wide range of topics, including the geography and climate of India, the social and political organization of ancient Indian society, the religious beliefs and practices of the people, and the art and architecture of the period.Barnett draws on a variety of sources to construct his narrative, including archaeological evidence, literary texts, and inscriptions. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the ancient Indian world. The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter covering a different period in Indian history.Antiquities of India is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient India. It provides a detailed and engaging account of a fascinating period in Indian history, and is an important contribution to the field of South Asian studies.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.