Download or read book The Life and Times of Humayun written by Ishwari Prasad and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the stabilization of Mogul power in India under Humayun, Emperor of Hindustan, 1508-1556.
Download or read book A Comprehensive History of Medieval India written by Salma Ahmed Farooqui and published by Pearson Education India. This book was released on 2011 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a consolidated timeline of medieval India by taking into account the period that marked the end of ancient India, and focusing on the importance of the transitory centuries when Delhi had begun to surface as the new power center, triggering prominent trends in thought and institutions. This book analyzes the nature of social forces, complexity of causation and the interdependence of change and continuity in the light of the crucial transition from ancient to early medieval India, with the emergence of the Delhi Sultanate and the Vijayanagar-Bahmani kingdoms. Proceeding to detail the most effervescent period in Indian history - the era of the great Mughals - the text provides an insight into the ideological-philosophical basis of the times, focusing on the Sufi and Bhakti movements, and culminates with the rise of the Marathas, the advent of European companies, and the eventual establishment of the British in Bengal. keeping in mind that the history of medieval India has not moved in a linear fashion, and that much of the period saw phases of expansion and realignment of political attributes, this book contributes to a deeper understanding of the much misread period of Indian history with a view that takes into account the resultant interface between the political, social, economic, religious and cultural elements and devotes to this crucial period the attention it deserves.
Download or read book Magnificent Dynasty written by Akul Diddi and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2018-05-31 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DEFINITIVE, ENGROSSING AND COMPREHENSIVE CHRONICLE ON THE WORLDS GREATEST DYNASTIES TO HAVE EVER RULED HINDUSTAN. THE BOOK HIGHLIGHTS THE SEQUENCE OF EVENTS THAT ULTIMATELY LEAD TO THE RISE OF THE TIMURIDS FROM BEING RULERS OF FERGHNA TO THE EMPERORS OF HINDUSTAN. THE STUDY LOOKS AT THE FACTORS THAT MADE THEM SUCCESSFUL AND BRINGS TO LIGHT THE PRECISE REASONS OF THEIR FALL FROM ZENITH.
Download or read book The Life and Times of Paramhansa Yogananda written by Rachna Bhola ÇYamini and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2021-01-01 with total page 834 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paramhansa Yogananda was an Indian yogi and guru who introduced millions of westerners to the teachings of meditation and Kriya Yoga through his book.
Download or read book The Life and Times of George Fernandes written by Rahul Ramagundam and published by Penguin Random House India Private Limited. This book was released on 2022-07-25 with total page 654 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Militant Trade Union Leader. The Dauntless Political Rebel. The Passionate Socialist Dreamer. This is a biography of India's George Fernandes. George Fernandes (1930-2019)-a firebrand trade union leader, socialist politician and incredibly powerful orator-is popularly known for leading the All India Railwaymen's Federation (AIRF) in May 1974 and calling upon its approximately 1.7 million employees to strike, which brought India to a halt for twenty days. Often described as a rebel, he pursued every cause he took up with passionate devotion, heedless of the many ups and downs in his life. From the early years of fighting for the rights of dock and municipal workers of Bombay (now Mumbai) through the Emergency, which he resisted by going underground, to his last private decade as a bed-ridden Alzheimer's patient, his fights were always persistent and single-handed. George could call Bombay to be shut down and rose from its streets to become India's Defence Minister. The Life and Times of George Fernandes chronicles the story of George, who rose from the streets of Bombay to stride the corridors of power. In this extraordinary biography, Rahul Ramagundam opens a window to George's political evolution and traces the course of the Socialist Party in India from its inception in 1930s to its dissolution into the Janata Party in the late 1970s. In the process, this book explores the trail of India's opposition parties that worked to displace the long-ruling Congress Party from its preeminent position. Comprehensive, evocative and fascinating, this first definitive biography of George Fernandes is an unputdownable tour de force.
Download or read book History of Medieval India written by VD Mahajan and published by S. Chand Publishing. This book was released on 2007 with total page 898 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book provides a comprehensive account of the social, religious and economic conditions and policies from the Sultanate to the Mughal period in early medieval India. It details the account of the three centuries known for its Islamic influence and rule and the presence of formidable dynasties. The book provides a sound understanding of the history of the period and also evinces the learnings of mutual quarrels and internecine war.
Download or read book The Millennial Sovereign written by A. Azfar Moin and published by Columbia University Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book brings into dialogue two major fields of scholarship that are rarely studied together: sacred kingship and sainthood in Islam. In doing so, it offers an original perspective on both. In historical terms, the foucs here is on the Mughal empire in sixteenth-century India and its antecedents and parallels in Timurid Central Asia and Safavid Iran."--Introduction, p. [1].
Download or read book The Political Economy of India s Economic Development 5000BC to 2024AD Volume II written by Sangaralingam Ramesh and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Mughal Empire written by John F. Richards and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 1993 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This traces the history of the Mughal empire from its creation in 1526 to its breakup in 1720. It stresses the quality of Mughal territorial expansion, their innovation in land revenue, military organization, and the relationship between the emperors and I
Download or read book Indian Feminism written by Rukhsana Iftikhar and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2016-06-06 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book deals with miseries and problems of Indian women with respect to their social class structure. India is known for its caste system and its economic and political history is based upon these classes. Feminist history is also interwoven with the social classes. Women were treated as private property in medieval India. In this book, women of elite classes in the middle ages such as Razyia and Noor Jahan are discussed. Razyia was scandalized with Yaqut solely due to her gender. Noor Jahan belonged to the vast harem of Emperor Jahangir. She had to survive in a harem, as well as strengthen her political position in the court of the great Mughals. The issues of the spinster princess like Jahanara and Zeb-un-nisa are also highlighted. The purdah had also set a standard for social morals for women in the middle ages. The political and cultural activities of Mughal women were the channels of their catharsis. They were able to accomplish things because they had money and the resources. The women of the middle and lower classes bore the burden of the class, family and society. This book also describes other aspects of that age such as clothing and jewelry.
Download or read book Advanced Study in the History of Medieval India written by Jl Mehta and published by Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd. This book was released on with total page 628 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Allahabad School of History 1915 1955 written by Heramb Chaturvedi and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2016-01-01 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the fascinating world of Indian historiography with "Allahabad School of History 1915-1955" by Heramb Chaturvedi. Prepare to delve into a rich tapestry of intellectual discourse, historical inquiry, and cultural exploration as you explore the legacy of this influential school of thought. Embark on a journey through time as Chaturvedi traces the evolution of historical scholarship in India during the formative years of the 20th century. From the pioneering works of Radhakumud Mookerji to the groundbreaking research of Tara Chand, the Allahabad School of History emerges as a beacon of academic excellence and intellectual innovation. Uncover the themes and motifs that define the Allahabad School's approach to historiography. Through meticulous analysis and insightful commentary, Chaturvedi illuminates the school's emphasis on social history, cultural dynamics, and the interplay between tradition and modernity. Explore the lives and contributions of key figures within the Allahabad School, from their scholarly pursuits to their ideological convictions. Through character analysis and biographical sketches, Chaturvedi offers readers a deeper understanding of the individuals who shaped the course of Indian history. Experience the overall tone and mood of the Allahabad School's intellectual milieu, characterized by rigorous scholarship, lively debate, and a commitment to academic excellence. Chaturvedi captures the essence of this vibrant intellectual community, inviting readers to immerse themselves in its dynamic spirit. Since its publication, "Allahabad School of History 1915-1955" has garnered praise for its meticulous research, engaging narrative, and insightful analysis. Its exploration of the Allahabad School's legacy sheds new light on the development of Indian historiography and its enduring relevance in the contemporary world. Whether you're a student of history, a scholar of Indian culture, or simply curious about the intellectual currents of the 20th century, this book offers a compelling journey through the annals of time. So, don't miss your chance to uncover the secrets of the Allahabad School of History. Grab your copy today and embark on a voyage of discovery with Heramb Chaturvedi as your guide.
Download or read book The Builders of the Mogul Empire written by Michael Prawdin and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-05-03 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1963. The Moguls, the descendants of the Mongols, two and a half centuries later than Jenghiz Khan, created an empire that stretched from Persia to Burma and from the Himalayas to the centre of the Indian subcontinent. It was a creation almost more astonishing than Jenghiz Khan's own: an empire that was civilized and prosperous, and which left behind an artistic legacy that has been a wonder till this day. Michael Prawdin tells the story which begins with Babur, passes through the reign of Humayun, and finds its climax at the death of Akbar. By this time the empire was no longer a patchwork of incidental conquests dominated by the arms of foreign invaders, but a coherent landmass that had been welded into a co-ordinated state, ruled by one system of administration. The diverse lands had become so many different provinces, held together by a highly organized bureaucracy in which Mohammedans and Hindus were equally eligible to the highest posts, honours and privileges. Moreover, a new cultural synthesis of the Hindu and Moslem cultures had taken shape, and throughout the empire all peoples showed the same demand for knowledge, art, poetry and for refinements of all kinds.
Download or read book Medieval Panjab in Transition written by Surinder Singh and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2022-06-08 with total page 457 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book reconstructs the historical transition in the undivided Panjab during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. It shows that the assertion of Mughal and Afghan suzerainty faced sustained resistance from local elements, particularly the autonomous tribes and hill chiefdoms. In central plains, Dulla Bhatti mobilized the toilers of his ancestral domain and, leading a relentless fight against the Mughal oppression, became an abiding symbol of resistance in the collective memory. The multicultural legacy of Panjab evolved through diverse strands of spirituality. The jogis, wedded to monastic discipline, supernatural abilities and land grants, gained acceptance through their exertions for social betterment. The Sabiri and Qadiri silsilas channelized mystical urges towards the technique of prime recitation. The popular verses of Shah Husain, Baba Lal and Sultan Bahu proposed a loving relation with God. The legendary lovers, perishing in the struggles against patriarchal forces, promoted a merger of dissent with spirituality. In the city of Lahore, the material pursuits and cultural life were visible in a mosaic of descriptions, including episodes of social tension. The book understands the upliftment of depressed castes as a defining feature of Sikhism. It places egalitarian concern of the Sikh Gurus alongside the anti-caste protests of Namdev, Kabir and Ravidas. Owing to scriptural authority and congregational equality, the members of depressed castes attained a numerical majority in the Sikh warrior bands that shook the foundations of the Mughal state. The work relies on evidence from the Persian chronicles, Mughal newsletters, Sufi writings, Sikh literature and Punjabi folklore. Please note: Taylor & Francis does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
Download or read book A Short History of Muslim Rule in India written by Ishwari Prasad and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Koh i noor Diamond written by Iradj Amini and published by Roli Books Private Limited. This book was released on 2013-06-01 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A courtesan had told Nadir Shah that the priceless diamond hidden in Mohammed Shah's turban. Citing an ancient tradition, the victor demanded an exchange of headgear. At last the diamond was his. Or was it? Hastily he undud the folds... Wonderstruck at the gem's size, brilliance and beauty, he exclaimed, 'Koh-i-noor'! 1739: the gem now had a name. One fabulous diamond whose value could feed the entire world for two-and-a-half days. Four race: Indian, Afghan, Persian and English, whose destinies were inextrcably involved with this gem. A Persian oilman's son who went on to virtually rule Golconda and its vast diamond mines. A Mughal prince, hated by history, who was sinned against as much as sinning. Only an Indian or Persian couild tell this great story with all its nuances.
Download or read book The Empire of the Great Mughals written by Annemarie Schimmel and published by Reaktion Books. This book was released on 2004 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annemarie Schimmel has written extensively on India, Islam and poetry. In this comprehensive study she presents an overview of the cultural, economic, militaristic and artistic attributes of the great Mughal Empire from 1526 to 1857.
