The Last Mughal by William Dalrymple

The Last Mughal by William Dalrymple

"The Last Mughal: The Fall of a Dynasty, Delhi 1857" by William Dalrymple is a meticulously researched...
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The Last Mughal by William Dalrymple

The Last Mughal by William Dalrymple

Rs.1,035.00
The Last Mughal by William Dalrymple

The Last Mughal by William Dalrymple

Rs.1,035.00
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"The Last Mughal: The Fall of a Dynasty, Delhi 1857" by William Dalrymple is a meticulously researched and compelling historical account of the final days of the Mughal Empire and the devastating impact of the 1857 Indian Rebellion (often called the Sepoy Mutiny) on Delhi and its people. Dalrymple goes beyond the traditional narrative, giving voice to the last Mughal emperor, Bahadur Shah Zafar, and presenting a nuanced picture of this pivotal moment in Indian history.

The book focuses on the siege of Delhi, the brutal fighting, and the subsequent reprisals by the British, which resulted in the end of Mughal rule and the destruction of much of the city's historical fabric. Dalrymple uses a wide range of sources, including previously untranslated Persian and Urdu texts, to reconstruct the events of 1857 and offer a fresh perspective on the rebellion.

Key aspects of "The Last Mughal" include:

  • The life and reign of Bahadur Shah Zafar: Dalrymple portrays the last Mughal emperor not just as a weak and ineffectual ruler, but as a complex figure caught in the crosscurrents of history. He was a poet, a mystic, and a reluctant leader whose authority was increasingly undermined by the British.
  • The causes of the 1857 rebellion: The book explores the various factors that contributed to the uprising, including resentment against British rule, economic grievances, and cultural anxieties.
  • The siege of Delhi: Dalrymple vividly describes the brutal fighting that took place during the siege, highlighting the courage and suffering of both the rebels and the British forces.
  • The aftermath of the rebellion: The book details the devastating consequences of the rebellion for Delhi, including the destruction of its historical buildings, the massacre of its inhabitants, and the exile of the Mughal emperor.
  • The legacy of the Mughals: Dalrymple reflects on the lasting impact of the Mughal Empire on Indian culture, art, and architecture, and how the events of 1857 marked a turning point in Indian history.

"The Last Mughal" is a significant work of historical scholarship that sheds new light on a crucial period in Indian history. It's a compelling and moving story that brings to life the final days of a once-great empire and the human drama that unfolded amidst the chaos of war. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Indian history, the Mughal Empire, or the history of British colonialism.

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