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Empire of the Sikhs: Revised edition,New
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The definitive biography of Ranjit Singh, contemporary of Napoleon and one of the most powerful and charismatic Indian rulers of his ageRanjit Singh has been largely written out of accounts of the subcontinent's past by recent Western historians, yet he had an impact that lasts to this day. He unified the warring chiefdoms of the Punjab into an extraordinary northern Empire of the Sikhs, built up a formidable modern army, kept the British in check to the south of his realm, and closed the Khyber Pass through which plunderers had for centuries poured into India. Unique among empire builders, he was humane and just, gave employment to defeated foes, honored religious faiths other than his own, and included Hindus and Muslims among his ministers. In person he was a colorful character whose his court was renowned for its splendor; he had 20 wives, kept a regiment of 'Amazons,' and possessed a stable of thousands of horses. The authors make use of a variety of eyewitness accounts from Indian and European sources, from reports of Maratha spies at the Lahore Durbar to British parliamentary papers and travel accounts. The story includes the range of the maharaja's military achievements and ends with an account of the controversial period of the AngloSikh Wars following his death, which saw the fall of his empire while in the hands of his successors.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Empire of the Sikhs'? A: 'Empire of the Sikhs' is a detailed biography of Ranjit Singh, highlighting his role as a powerful Indian ruler, his unification of the Punjab, and his impact on the region's history.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Patwant Singh, who provides a comprehensive account of Ranjit Singh's life and achievements.
- Q: When was 'Empire of the Sikhs' published? A: 'Empire of the Sikhs' was published on October 1, 2013.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'Empire of the Sikhs' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'Empire of the Sikhs' contains a total of 322 pages.
- Q: What are some key features of the book? A: The book provides eyewitness accounts from various sources, detailing Ranjit Singh's military achievements and the historical context of the Anglo-Sikh Wars.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in Indian history? A: Yes, 'Empire of the Sikhs' is particularly suitable for readers interested in Indian history, especially the history of the Punjab and its rulers.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the Second Edition, Revised edition of 'Empire of the Sikhs'.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Empire of the Sikhs' is brand new and in excellent condition.
- Q: How is the book dispatched after ordering? A: Orders for 'Empire of the Sikhs' are dispatched from the UK warehouse the next working day.