Alberuni’s India | Volumes 1 and 2 bound together | Hardcover | Alberuni’s India: An Account of the Religion, Philosophy, Literature, Geography, Chronology, Astronomy, Customs, Laws, and Astrology of India About A.D. 1030 | Volume 1 and Volume 2 in one binding | Al Beruni’s India, 2 Volumes bound in one | Edited with notes and indices by Dr Edward C. Sachau

Alberuni’s India by Edward C. Sachau is a translation and commentary on the seminal work of Al-Biruni, a renowned 11th-century Persian scholar who documented Indian society, culture, science, and religion during his travels. Commissioned by Mahmud of Ghazni, Al-Biruni immersed himself in Indian culture, learning Sanskrit and engaging deeply with Hindu philosophy, mathematics, astronomy, and customs. Sachau’s translation preserves the depth of Al-Biruni’s observations, highlighting his objective approach and intellectual curiosity. The work provides detailed accounts of Indian religious texts, social structures, festivals, and scientific achievements. It also compares Indian knowledge systems with those of the Islamic world, reflecting a spirit of cross-cultural exchange. This book is a treasure trove for historians and scholars, offering a rare glimpse into medieval India through the lens of a meticulous and open-minded observer. It remains an essential resource for understanding the historical interaction between Islamic and Indian civilizations.