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About The Book: This book delves into "The Theogony of the Hindoos" as well as their philosophical systems and cosmogony. It covers a wide array of topics, including an overview of the Hindu religion, the caste system in Hinduism, the ancient roots of the Brahmin religion, and the early advancement of culture and sciences in India. The book also explores various aspects such as Hindu religious practices, epic poetry's role in their religion, the presence of Buddhism, Jainism, and Islamic influences in India, and the initial migration of nations on the planet. This book explores India's historical significance, from Herodotus' account of it as a province under Darius to Alexander the Great's encounters with its rich culture and resistance. Megasthenes and others detail India's 118 kingdoms, the grandeur of cities like Patna, and its opulence. Ibn-Batuta's 14th-century travels reveal India's wealth, while Portuguese exploration and the efforts of missionaries and scholars contribute to our understanding of its history and culture. About The Author: Count Magnus Fredrik Ferdinand Björnstjerna (1779-1847) was a Swedish military general and diplomat. He was an author of ‘The British Empire in the East’. He began his military career at a young age, rising to the rank of major during the Finnish War and playing a key role in the Swedish revolution of 1809. He also undertook a secret mission to Napoleon I. Björnstjerna served in various military campaigns, becoming a major general and leading negotiations that resulted in the Convention of Moss in 1814. He later held diplomatic positions, including Swedish Minister Resident in London, and received numerous honors and titles throughout his career. The Title 'The Theogony of the Hindoos With their Systems of Philosophy and Cosmogony, An Essay written/authored/edited by Count M. Björnstjerna', published in the year 2023. The ISBN 9788121281195 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 197 (