{"product_id":"kautilyas-arthasastra","title":"Kautilyas Arthasastra.","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"63\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"63\"\u003eBook Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"351\"\u003e• Publisher: Wesleyan Mission Press\u003cbr data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"103\"\u003e• Language: English\u003cbr data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"125\"\u003e• Published Year: 1929\u003cbr data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"150\"\u003e• Pages: 524\u003cbr data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"165\"\u003e• Dimensions: 22 x 14 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"192\"\u003e• ISBN: Not Available\u003cbr data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"216\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Book Condition: Used – Good\u003cbr data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"248\"\u003e• Condition Note: Book is in good condition, but some pinholes are present\u003cbr data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"325\"\u003e• Availability: In Stock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"371\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"371\"\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"753\"\u003eKautilya's Arthashastra, translated by Dr. R. Shama Sastry, presents one of the most important works on ancient Indian statecraft, economic policy, and military strategy. Written by the scholar Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, the Arthashastra is a comprehensive guide on governance, diplomacy, warfare, law, economics, and ethics, with a focus on practical state administration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eDr. Sastry’s translation makes this ancient text accessible to modern readers, preserving the nuances of the original Sanskrit while providing context for its relevance in contemporary political and economic discussions. The book explores Kautilya's pragmatic and often realpolitik approach to ruling a state, detailing the methods of governance, the role of the king, the importance of a strong military, and the value of economic planning and strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eThrough its deep insights into power dynamics, state administration, and the practicalities of governance, the Arthashastra remains an invaluable text for scholars of political science, history, and economics, as well as those interested in ancient Indian wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wesleyan Mission Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51101004628272,"sku":"BestBookCentre__G4055","price":1395.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/BestBook-2026-03-13T191219.999.png?v=1773409356","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/kautilyas-arthasastra","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}