{"title":"Charles Allen","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Charles Allen collection, where history comes alive through engaging narratives and meticulously researched detail. Charles Allen is a renowned historian and author, celebrated for his expertise in the history of South Asia, particularly India. His writing brilliantly combines the rigour of academic research with the accessibility of popular storytelling, making history both informative and enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, you'll find \u003cem\u003eAshoka\u003c\/em\u003e amongst other captivating titles. This book offers an insightful exploration into the life of Emperor Ashoka, one of India's most iconic and influential rulers. Allen's ability to bring historical figures to life makes this a must-read for anyone interested in biography and memoir genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a passion for unravelling the past, Charles Allen's works will leave you with a deeper understanding and appreciation for historical events and personalities. Dive into his world of history and rediscover the stories that shaped the world we live in today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history enthusiast or a casual reader, our Charles Allen collection promises a journey through time that's both educational and entertaining. Explore his works today and add a piece of history to your bookshelf.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ashoka-by-charles-allen-9780349122380","title":"Ashoka","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAshoka\u003c\/em\u003e Maurya, India's lost emperor, holds a unique place in history. In his pursuit to govern India by moral force alone, he transformed Buddhism from a minor sect into a world religion and established a new standard for governance. However, Ashoka's bold experiment ended in tragedy, and he was forgotten for almost two thousand years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this beautifully written, multi-layered journey, Charles Allen describes how fragments of the Ashokan story were gradually discovered and pieced together by a variety of British Orientalists, including antiquarians, archaeologists, and epigraphists. Through their efforts, much of India's ancient history was recovered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Lost Emperor\u003c\/em\u003e recounts the story of the man who was arguably the greatest ruler India has ever known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46798503051500,"sku":"9780349122380","price":35.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780349122380.jpg?v=1757205535"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/charles-allen.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}