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The Arthashastra

The Arthashastra

Kauṭalya. · 1923

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This is an extraordinary detailed manual on statecraft and the science of living by one of classical India's greatest minds. Kautilya, also known as Chanakya and Vishnugupta, wrote the Arthashastra not later than 150 AD. His genius is reflected in this volume, which is the most comprehensive treatise of statecraft of classical times.

Quick facts

First published
1992 ol
Publisher
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ol
Edition
Jul 21, 2016 ol
Pages
320 ol
ISBN-13
9781535415255 ol
ISBN-10
1535415258 ol
Subjects
Early works to 1800, History, Political science, Politics and government, Social conditions, State, The ol

Questions

Who wrote The Arthashastra?
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When was The Arthashastra first published?
The Arthashastra was first published in 1992.
What is the ISBN of The Arthashastra?
The ISBN of The Arthashastra is 9781535415255.

Sources

  1. Open Library catalogue record
  2. Open Library edition record

Last updated · facts checked 1 November 2026

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