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The Emperor Who Never Was : Dara Shukoh in Mughal India

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Discover the tragic story of Dara Shukoh, the Mughal prince who almost ruled India. Supriya Gandhi’s “The Emperor Who Never Was” (ISBN: 9780674296015) reveals a life of intellectual brilliance, Sufi mysticism, and political intrigue. Explore 17th-century Mughal India through Dara’s eyes as he navigates a treacherous path to power, ultimately losing to his brother Aurangzeb. A captivating biography of a forgotten heir.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780674296015
  • Publisher: Belknap Press
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Weight: 140 gr
  • ISBN-10: 067429601X
  • Publisher Date: 20 Nov 2023
  • Height: 22 mm
  • No of Pages: 352
  • Width: 303 mm

20 reviews for The Emperor Who Never Was : Dara Shukoh in Mughal India

  1. Aakash Sharma

    Gandhi’s book is a must-read for anyone interested in Mughal India. It sheds light on a forgotten chapter in history.

  2. Jaipal Kumar

    A solid book, but not a page-turner. It felt more like a textbook than a biography.

  3. Lakshmi Anusha Wudali

    The book was well-researched, but I found it a bit dry at times. Still, a worthwhile read for anyone interested in Mughal history.

  4. Srishti Sharma

    A compelling biography of a fascinating figure. I learned a lot about Mughal culture and politics.

  5. Saffil Ahmad

    An excellent biography that sheds light on a forgotten figure. Well written and thoroughly researched.

  6. Prasasth Peter Varigeti

    While informative, the book was dense and slow-paced. I found it difficult to get through at times.

  7. Ankit Rawat

    Interesting topic, but the writing style was a little dry for my taste. I lost interest halfway through.

  8. Komal Kumari

    A fascinating exploration of Dara Shukoh’s life and times. I especially enjoyed the sections on his religious beliefs.

  9. Rahul Gupta

    While comprehensive, the book felt a bit academic. I would have liked more storytelling.

  10. Bharat Gupta

    The book provides a nuanced view of Aurangzeb, but I wanted more analysis of Dara’s political missteps.

  11. Priyanshu Ranjan

    A well-written account of a tragic figure. I found myself sympathizing with Dara Shukoh’s plight.

  12. Utpal Basumatary

    While informative, the book could have been more engaging. I struggled to connect with Dara Shukoh as a person.

  13. Kratika Tyagi

    A fascinating look at a little-known figure in Mughal history. Gandhi does a great job bringing Dara Shukoh to life.

  14. Rahul Bairwa

    I struggled to connect with the characters. The political intrigue was interesting, but not enough to keep me hooked.

  15. Swaham Jena

    The author clearly knows her subject. However, I would have liked to see more focus on Dara’s personal life.

  16. Abhishek Gupta

    The book gives great context for Dara’s sufi leanings. Could have dived deeper into his mistakes though.

  17. Rishabh

    A well-researched and engaging biography. It is a must for scholars of the Mughal empire.

  18. Harsh Raj

    Supriya Gandhi’s writing style is wonderful. The book provides great context for the time period.

  19. Pradyot Sharma

    Supriya Gandhi paints a vivid portrait of Dara Shukoh and his era. I particularly enjoyed learning about his Sufi beliefs.

  20. Rixcel Katoch

    An insightful and thought-provoking biography. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in Indian history.

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