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The author discusses the archeology used in the finding of evidence of Ashoka Maurya, an early ruler of India.

A biography of Ashoka, who ruled an empire during the Maurya dynasty.

Set in third century BC, India. Prince Asoka ascends the throne of the Mauryan Empire after a power struggle with his brothers. Confronted by the aftermath of his bloody war with the kingdom of Kalinga, Asoka is overcome with remorse and renounces the path of war to dedicate his life to spreading the teachings of Buddhism across the world.

Tungar has much to learn before he can become a general.

Relates how the powerful ruler of India, King Asoka, came to give up the ways of war and to rule his empire with love.