Last Mughal (P/B)
Last Mughal by William Dalrymple, published by Penguin Books India in 2007, is a detailed exploration of the life of Bahadur Shah Zafar II, the last Mughal Emperor. This edition spans 608 pages and is presented in English. The book delves into Zafar’s multifaceted identity as a mystic, poet, and calligrapher, highlighting his role in a vibrant cultural renaissance despite the diminishing political power he held under the East India Company.
Readers will find a compelling narrative that captures the essence of Zafar’s court and the tumultuous events leading to the 1857 uprising, which marked a significant moment in British colonial history. Dalrymple’s work is notable for its revisionist perspective, offering insights into the Indian viewpoint during the siege and focusing on the personal stories of those affected by the upheaval. The Last Mughal presents a rich historical account that resonates with contemporary themes, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of the Mogul Empire and its legacy.
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Winner Of The Duff Cooper Prize For History 2007
Bahadur Shah Zafar Ii, The Last Mughal Emperor, Was A Mystic, A Talented Poet, And A Skilled Calligrapher, Who, Though Deprived Of Real Political Power By The East India Company, Succeeded In Creating A Court Of Great Brilliance, And Presided Over One Of The Great Cultural Renaissances Of Indian History. In 1857 It Was Zafar S Blessing To A Rebellion Among The Company S Own Indian Troops That Transformed An Army Mutiny Into The Largest Uprising The British Empire Ever Had To Face.
The Last Mughal Is A Portrait Of The Dazzling Delhi Zafar Personified, And The Story Of The Last Days Of The Great Mughal Capital And Its Final Destruction In The Catastrophe Of 1857. Shaped From Groundbreaking Material, William Dalrymple S Powerful Retelling Of This Fateful Course Of Events Is An Extraordinary Revisionist Work With Clear Contemporary Echoes. It Is The First Account To Present The Indian Perspective On The Siege, And Has At Its Heart The Stories Of The Forgotten Individuals Tragically Caught Up In One Of The Bloodiest Upheavals In History.
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