Explore the compelling story of Ranjit Singh, the visionary Sikh Empire founder, in “Ranjit Singh and the Sikh Barrier Against Central Asia” by the Rulers of India series. This captivating book details Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s strategic brilliance in establishing a formidable Sikh state and protecting the Indian subcontinent from Central Asian incursions. Discover how his leadership, military prowess, and diplomatic acumen shaped a powerful empire that stood as a bulwark against external threats. Published by Facsimile Publisher, this 224-page English volume offers deep insights into a pivotal era of Indian history, perfect for history enthusiasts and students seeking to understand the resilience and legacy of the Sikh Empire. Add this essential historical account to your collection at The Bookish Owl.

Explore Sikh inheritance traditions with ‘The Law of Inheritance to Chiefships as Observed by the Sikhs Previous to the Annexation of the Panjab’. Authored by esteemed British administrator and scholar Lepel Henry Griffin, this seminal work from 1869 meticulously examines primogeniture and agnatic succession practices among Sikhs before the annexation of Punjab. Griffin’s deep understanding of Indian history and culture provides unparalleled insights into the socio-political forces that shaped these customs. A vital read for students of Sikh history, Indian culture, and the impacts of British colonialism, this hardcover edition by Gyan Publishing House offers essential historical scholarship. Discover the intricate legal and cultural landscape of historical Sikh chiefships.