The Wishing Tree: Presence and Promise in India

Description

The Wishing Tree provides an in-depth overview of the revolutionary changes that have occurred during the past two decades in Indian studies and, as a result, helps provide a deeper understanding of the Indian civilization.

Subhash Kak, a professor at Oklahoma State University and well-respected lecturer, presents the results of his intensive research on a multitude of subjects related to both Indian and Western culture, and provides a positive and introspective look into India’s amazing history and civilization. Kak addresses many controversial issues, which are commonly debated only by academics, about India’s contribution to world civilization, its antiquity, and the relevance of its culture for the world’s future. Using recent archaeological findings and new analysis of ancient texts, Kak lays the groundwork for questioning both long-held beliefs and the research of scholars from past generations.

The Wishing Tree uncovers the story of India’s ancient origins, its presence through its influence on other cultures, and most importantly, its promise for the future.

This book is an introduction to Indian civilization and culture by a;leading scholar and writer in the field. It is based on three invited Lectures at Stanford University and the University of California together with much additional material on art, architecture, and science.;

Publisher: Aditya Prakashan ; Language: English ; ISBN-13: 978-8177421538 ; Pages : 234 ;

About the Author:

Subhash Kak is an Indian American computer scientist and a Hindutva based historical revisionist.  He is the Regents Professor of Computer Science Department at Oklahoma State University–Stillwater and also, an honorary visiting professor of engineering at Jawaharlal Nehru University.

Kak has published on the history of science, the philosophy of science, ancient astronomy, and the history of mathematics.  He has authored ten books and more than 200 research papers in the fields of information theory, quantum mechanics, and Indic studies.

In 2019, Government of India awarded him with Padma Shri award for science and engineering,the fourth highest civilian award in India.