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The Baburnama: Memoirs Of Babur, Prince And Emperor-used
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The Greatgreatgreat Grandson Of Tamerlane, The Great Mongol Ruler Of Samarkand Who Defeated The Ottomans In 1402, Zahiruddin Muhammad Babur Mirza (14831530)Better Known As Babur Padishawas The Last Timurid Of Central Asia And The First Mughal Emperor Of India. In The Baburnama, Babur, A Descendant Of Genghis Khan And A Refined, Educated, And Welltravelled Prince, Left Behind An Unparalled Memoir Of His Life And Timesthe Central Document Most Often Quoted By Historians And Scholars Of Mughal India.Now, Wheeler M. Thackston, Jr., Has Provided A Sparkling New Translation Of This Intimate And Truthful Record In An Exquisitely Illustrated And Produced Edition That Faithfully Preserves The Spirit And Beauty Of The Original Work. Translated Directly From Babur'S Chaghatay Turkish, Here Is Not Only An Extraordinarily Detailed Picture Of Life In Central Asia And India During The Late Fifteenth And Early Sixteenth Centuries, But Also The First Real Autobiography In Islamic Literature, In Which Babur Provides Keen Insights Into His Own Personality, Frank Assessments Of The Deeds And Motivations Of The People With Whom He Dealt, And Keys To Understanding The Rise And Development Of Islamic Culture. Readers Will Note, For Example, That The Interests Babur So Eloquently Expresses In His Memoirshis Profound Curiousity About The Natural World And Human Personalitiesalso Defined The Directions That The Artists Of His Time Were To Follow. This Engrossing Account Is Made All The More Valuable By Its Rarity: To Have A Ruler'S Perspective On The Events To Which He Is Central Is Extremely Unusual In The Medieval Islamic World, Particularly In An Age Like Babur'S, Which Saw Violent And Major Dynastic Changes Throughout Iran, Central Asia, And The Indian Subcontinent.An Insightful Look Into A Particularly Stimulating Period In The World'S History, Baburnama Will Garner Accolades From Historians, Students And Scholars Of The Islamic World, And Anyone Who Loves A Good Story.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the Baburnama about? A: The Baburnama is the memoir of Zahiruddin Muhammad Babur Mirza, the first Mughal Emperor of India, detailing his life, experiences, and the historical context of his time.
- Q: Who is the author of the translation? A: The translation of The Baburnama is provided by Wheeler M. Thackston, Jr.
- Q: How many pages does this edition have? A: This edition of The Baburnama contains 480 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The Baburnama is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition of The Baburnama was published on January 11, 1996.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition.
- Q: Is this book illustrated? A: Yes, this edition is exquisitely illustrated to enhance the reading experience.
- Q: What themes are explored in the Baburnama? A: The Baburnama explores themes such as personal insight, cultural development, and the historical context of Central Asia and India during the late 15th and early 16th centuries.
- Q: Is this a suitable book for scholars? A: Yes, The Baburnama is often cited by historians and scholars of the Islamic world for its detailed perspective on historical events.
- Q: What makes Babur's memoir unique in Islamic literature? A: Babur's memoir is considered the first real autobiography in Islamic literature, offering a personal view of his life and the cultural landscape of his time.