About the Book: Kautilya’s Arthashastra, translated by R. Shamasastry, is a landmark ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economics, governance, diplomacy, law, and military strategy. Attributed to Kautilya (Chanakya), it explores the duties of rulers and officials, foreign policy, espionage, warfare, administration, and economic management across 15 books. An essential resource for readers interested in Indian history, political philosophy, ancient economics, leadership, and strategic studies.