Description
The Broken Script offers a meticulously researched narrative of Delhi’s pivotal transition from a Mughal stronghold to a colonial possession under the East India Company. Through vivid storytelling and historical analysis, Swapna Liddle traces the intricate political machinations, cultural shifts, and human stories that defined this transformative period.
The book examines how Delhi’s institutions, society, and identity were fundamentally altered by colonial rule, while simultaneously charting the fall of the Mughal dynasty’s power. Liddle reveals the experiences of various stakeholders—from emperors and administrators to common citizens—providing a multifaceted perspective on this critical juncture in Indian history.
Essential reading for history enthusiasts and those seeking to understand the roots of modern India, this work illuminates how political displacement and cultural change shaped Delhi and the nation’s trajectory.
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