Medieval India: From Sultanat to the Mughals- Mughal Empire (1526-1748) by Satish Chandra

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Medieval India: From Sultanat To The Mughals- Mughal Empire (1526-1748) – 2 by Satish Chandra can be regarded as an authentic and comprehensive account of India’s medieval history. Holistically covering the historical aspects, from the period of the Delhi sultanate to that of the Mughal empire, the book rightly throws light into the social, cultural, architectural, political, religious, and economic patterns of medieval India.

The book is best known for its detailed accounts on the various dynasties, their political and cultural ideologies, and the pattern of governance. What makes the Medieval India: From Sultanat To The Mughals- Mughal Empire (1526-1748) – 2 distinct from other historic books, is the simple and engaging pattern that the author has followed throughout the book. With insights on the cultural legacy left by the dynasties, the book can also be a source to gather information about India’s rich tradition and culture.

The period of rulers from the Mamluk dynasty, Khilji dynasty, Tughlaq dynasty, Sayyid dynasty, and Lodi dynasty are comprehensively covered in the book. The book also explains the historical events that led to the foundation of the Mughal empire in India. Referring to the Indian cultural renaissance, the author has included detailed chapters on arts, music, and literature specific to each period. The monetary system followed in each dynasty is also explained, to denote the economic patterns. The book has extensive sections on Mughal architecture, governance, and religious practices. The battle of Panipat and the subsequent siege of Delhi is illustrated beautifully by the author.