Aurangzeb : the life and legacy of India's most controversial king /
Truschke, Audreyauthor.
This brief, accessible biography sheds new light on one of India's most controversial and misunderstood figures, arguing that the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb was not a Hindu-hating fanatic but rather a premodern Indian king driven by a thirst for power, piety, and justice.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introducing Aurangzeb -- Early years -- The grand arc of Aurangzeb's reign -- Administrator of Hindustan -- Moral man and leader -- Overseer of Hindu religious communities -- Later years -- Aurangzeb's legacy.
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This brief, accessible biography sheds new light on one of India's most controversial and misunderstood figures, arguing that the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb was not a Hindu-hating fanatic but rather a premodern Indian king driven by a thirst for power, piety, and justice.
Aurangzeb, Emperor of Hindustan, 1618-1707.
Aurangzeb, Emperor of Hindustan, 1618-1707
Aurangzeb, Emperor of Hindustan, 1618-1707.
BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY
HISTORY
Kings and rulers.
Relations with Hindus.
Aurangzeb.
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