Explore the intricate ethnohistory of North India’s military labor market in ‘Naukar, Rajput, and Sepoy: The Ethnohistory of the Military Labour Market of Hindustan, 1450–1850.’ This essential read from the University of Cambridge Oriental Publications traces the origins of the Indian sepoy back to the 15th century, revealing its deep roots in India’s medieval past. Discover how military service shaped state and sect formation, drove social change, and fueled the survival strategies of Hindustan’s peasantry. The book challenges traditional views, highlighting the significance of fluid peasant identities and alliances over rigid caste structures in North Indian politics. A must-read for understanding the socio-military dynamics of pre-colonial and early colonial India.