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Synopsis A detailed study of the various sources which helps musicologists to reconstruct the history of music is made in this volume. The colossal efforts were the results of the author’s doctoral thesis. The various chapters deal with the music of the pre-historic period including Indus and Harappa civilizations. Referene to music in Sanskrit , Telugu and Tamil literature forms other features of the volume. The are all highly descriptive and analytical. Two separate chapters are devoted to sculpture, painting, epigraphical records and inscriptional evidences – all related to music. The final chapter discusses the development of music as gleaned through many musical treaties and literature Many new theories have been put forth on the development of musical instruments at various stages. On the whole this book deals with all aspects of music with a historical perspective. The additional feature of this book is the inclusion of several illustrations and photographic documentation.