Book Details

• Author: Michel Larneuil
• Translator: Ranjit Sinha
• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
• Language: English
• Pages: 305
• ISBN: 9788126029860
• Cover: Paperback

About the Book

Begum Samru of Sardhana (English Version) is a fascinating historical work by Michel Larneuil, translated from the French by Ranjit Sinha. The book explores the extraordinary life of Begum Samru, one of the most remarkable and influential women in eighteenth-century India. Rising from humble beginnings to become the ruler of Sardhana, Begum Samru played a significant role in the political and military affairs of her time. Through meticulous research and engaging narrative, the author reconstructs the social, cultural, and political landscape of North India during a period of dramatic change. The book offers valuable insights into colonial encounters, regional power dynamics, and the life of a woman who defied convention to become a formidable leader. It is an essential read for students, historians, researchers, and anyone interested in Indian history and biography.