Foreign influence has played a significant part in the evolution of Indian Culture. Written by a reputed scholar from school of oriental and African studies, University of London. The author claims that the rich diversity of India is the result of a fusion of native with foreign elements, therefore he feels that there can be no true comprehension of the growth and progress of this ancient and fascinating land without examining the foreign influence. The aim of the author has been to bring about some valuable sources within easy reach of the scholars and stimulate them to widen the vistas of historical relations. Hence a must-read book.