Prachin Bharat er Arthanoitik Itihas by Ranabir Chakrabarty [Hardcover]

The book outlines the economic activities in the Indian subcontinent over roughly 3,500 years (2300 BCE to 1200 CE). It delves into how an agrarian economy took root, discussing topics like crop diversity, agricultural tools, irrigation systems, land ownership, and the roles of common farmers and landowners. The book also covers technical craftsmanship, trade and commerce, and urbanization in ancient India. It provides an in-depth analysis of the various stages of economic life and their changes over time, challenging the long-held belief that ancient India's socio-economic structures were static and unchanging. Recent additions to this updated edition include new information and research, along with a revised bibliography.