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Donald R. Davis
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Number of Pages
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Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
This is a scholarly non-fiction study of historical business law in medieval and early modern India, explored through the Dharmashastras. It reveals how commerce was governed at the intersection of religion, ethics, and law, with rules crafted for merchants, traders, guilds, farmers, and individuals under the central ideal of dharma. Written for students, researchers, and readers with an interest in legal history, economic history, or business ethics, the tone is thoughtful, precise, and illuminating.
Content is presented as rigorous historical analysis grounded in primary texts, weaving legal rules with social and economic context. The book links substantive rules for conduct and contracts to everyday business practices, showing how the dharma of commerce shaped obligations, dispute resolution, and market expectations. Through a cross-disciplinary lensโlegal history, religious ethics, and economic thoughtโit reveals not only what these ancient traditions prescribed but how they interpreted the place of commerce within the law.
Readers will find the reading experience distinctive for its clear argumentation and context-rich narrative. The author translates dense scripture into accessible insights, helping you see how ancient ideas about duty, fairness, and governance still illuminate contemporary debates about corporate responsibility and commercial ethics. The work invites reflection on how historical frameworks can inform modern practice, policy, and personal judgment in business.
After reading, you gain a nuanced understanding of how historical frameworks shaped commerce, fostering critical thinking about ethics, law, and policy in todayโs economy. The book leaves you with fresh perspectives on duty in business and a confident curiosity to explore how ancient ideas can inform contemporary practice.
Product Details
Author
Donald R. Davis
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
184
Language
English
SKU
9780143439899
ISBN
9780143439899
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
14x4x20cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: โน 299
โน 285
โน 14 Off