Bharat er Bibaher Itihas by Atul Sur [Hardcover]

Atul Sur, who has written about the anthropological identity of Bengalis and conducted extensive research on the sexual life of divine beings, is indeed the one capable of composing such an informative, lively, and engaging history. The marriage system in India is not only ancient but also filled with a multitude of variations. Since ancient times, people of various ethnicities have merged into the Indian populace. Today, Indian culture bears the marks of numerous communities. Among these different communities, the marriage systems also differ. This book contains all the information about these diverse practices.

By examining texts like the Vedas, Ramayana, Mahabharata, Buddhist scriptures, the Kautiliya era, and various religious scriptures and historical periods, Atul Sur has crafted a detailed and invaluable history of the marriage system and sexual life in India. He has discussed Hindu, Muslim, Buddhist, Christian, Brahmo, and indigenous communities, leaving no group out of his analysis.

The newly revised edition of this acclaimed book includes many new chapters and additional information.