History and Doctrines Of The Ajivikas
by A.L.Basham and Forword by L.D.Barnett

The book presents the history and the Doctrines of the Ajivikas. The cult of Ajivikas was founded by Makkhali Gosal, the contemporary of Mahavvira Vardhamana, on the basis of strict determinism with a belief in the all-embracing rule of Niyati (principle of order). According to Gosal, it was Niyati which ultimately governed our action, controlled phenomena and left no room for human volition. Prof. A.L. Basham a versatile genius was a legendary figure. He was a great teacher and produced as many as hundred Ph.D. students.He has number of books to his credit The wonder that was India, The Indian sub continent in historical perspective, studies in Indian History and culture, Aspects of ancient Indian culture.His edited volumes are papers on the date of Kanishka.