A History Of The Sikhs: From The Origin Of The Nation To The Battles Of The Sutlej (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163456576)

A History of the Sikhs: From the Origin of the Nation to the Battles of the Sutlej is a comprehensive account of the Sikh community and their history. Written by Joseph Davey Cunningham, a British colonial administrator who served in India during the 19th century, this book provides a detailed and insightful perspective on the origins, growth, and development of the Sikh nation.The book begins by tracing the origins of the Sikh community, exploring their religious beliefs, customs, and practices. It then goes on to describe the emergence of the Sikh nation and the various political and social factors that shaped its development. The author provides a detailed account of the various Sikh rulers and their contributions to the growth of the community.The book also covers the various battles and conflicts that the Sikhs were involved in, including the battles of the Sutlej, which marked a turning point in the history of the Sikh nation. The author provides a detailed analysis of the military tactics and strategies employed by the Sikhs, as well as their political and diplomatic efforts to secure their independence.Throughout the book, the author provides a nuanced and balanced perspective on the Sikh community and their history. He draws on a wide range of sources, including historical records, contemporary accounts, and personal interviews, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of the Sikh nation.Overall, A History of the Sikhs: From the Origin of the Nation to the Battles of the Sutlej is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Sikh community and their contributions to Indian history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Joseph Davey Cunningham
ISBN-10: 1163456578
ISBN-13: 9781163456576
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 512
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.02lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.31d