How Did the Harappans Say Hello? And 16 Other Mysteries of History
How Did the Harappans Say Hello? And 16 Other Mysteries of History
by Anu Kumar
Ages 9–13Indian author
Sixteen playful mysteries from Indian history, answered in short, curious chapters.
- Author
- Anu Kumar
- Age
- Ages 9–13
- Type
- History, Non-fiction
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- Red Turtle
- In India
- Available
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