Royals and Rebels: The Rise and Fall of the Sikh Empire

In late-eighteenth-century India, Maharajah Ranjit Singh's Sikh Empire rose to power, blending Sikh, Mughal, and European ideas. Priya Atwal's book explores the empire's rise and fall, focusing on the ruling family's struggles with gendered family politics and the British.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 312 pages
\n Publication date: 24 September 2020
\n Publisher: C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
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In the late 18th century, India witnessed a significant shift in power as the Mughal Empire declined, giving rise to ambitious newcomers. Among these newcomers was the legendary Maharajah Ranjit Singh, whose Sikh Empire extended across northwestern India, into Afghanistan, and Tibet. Priya Atwal, in her book "Royals and Rebels," delves into the history of this long-lost kingdom, focusing on the reign of the Sikh Empire and its remarkable rise and fall. Atwal challenges the traditional narrative by highlighting the contributions of the queens and princes, who played crucial roles in shaping the empire. She explores how the ruling family, by creatively blending Sikh, Mughal, and European ideas of power, managed to establish and maintain their rule. However, their success was ultimately hindered by gendered family politics, which led to the downfall of the Sikh Empire when it faced fierce competition from the British in the new India.

"Royals and Rebels" is a captivating tale that delves into the complex dynamics of family, royalty, and power. Set against a backdrop of a dramatic global era, the book showcases the rise and fall of empires, as new stars emerged and upstart nations clashed. It provides a fresh perspective on the Sikh Empire, shedding light on its contributions to Indian history and its complex relationship with its neighboring cultures. Through its engaging narrative and detailed research, "Royals and Rebels" offers a valuable insight into the complex and fascinating world of 18th-century India.

\n Weight: 678g\n
Dimension: 166 x 240 x 35 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781787383081\n \n