📖 Sikh History 10 Book Set English Dr Harjinder Singh Dilgeer Hardcover
📚 Product Details
Series: Sikh History – Complete 10 Book Set
Author: Dr. Harjinder Singh Dilgeer
Language: English
Volumes: Complete 10 Book Collection
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 2011–2012
Publisher: Sikh University Press
ISBN: Not Available
Size: Approx. 22cm × 14.5cm each book
Weight: Approx. 6kg complete set
Subject: Sikh History / Punjab History / Sikh Studies
Condition: Very Good – may have minor shelf/storage marks
Country of Publication: India
📝 Description
A substantial 10-volume English-language Sikh History collection by Dr. Harjinder Singh Dilgeer, covering major periods and events in Sikh history from ancient Punjab and the Guru period through to 2011.
Rather than concentrating on a single period, this extensive collection follows Sikh history chronologically across ten individual hardcover books, covering the Sikh Gurus, Banda Singh Bahadur, eighteenth and nineteenth-century Sikh history, twentieth-century developments and contemporary Sikh history.
The final volume, Sikh History in Pictures, provides a visual historical record covering 1978–2011.
With approximately 6kg of books across ten hardcover volumes, this is a substantial reference collection for readers interested in Sikh history and for libraries, researchers, students and institutions building a dedicated Sikh Studies collection.
📚 Complete 10-Book Collection
Volume 1 – Ancient Punjab & Guru Period (1000–1708)
Covers the historical background of Punjab and the period of the Sikh Gurus.
Pages: 424
Volume 2 – Banda Singh Bahadur
Focuses on the life, campaigns and historical period associated with Banda Singh Bahadur.
Pages: 200
Volume 3 – War & Peace (1716–1860)
Examines an important period encompassing Sikh struggles, political developments and the changing history of Punjab.
Volume 4 – Rising Out of Ashes (1860–1925)
Covers Sikh historical developments from the later nineteenth century into the early twentieth century.
Volume 5 – Betrayal of the Sikhs (1926–1947)
Examines events affecting the Sikh community during the decades leading to the 1947 Partition of India.
Volume 6 – Struggle for Survival (1947–1977)
Covers Sikh history during the first three decades following Partition and Indian independence.
Volume 7 – Genocide of the Sikhs (1978–1984)
Examines events and developments affecting Sikhs during the period from 1978 to 1984.
Volume 8 – Massacre of Sikh Youth (1985–1995)
Covers a particularly turbulent period of contemporary Sikh and Punjab history.
Volume 9 – Hijacking of Sikh Panth (1996–2011)
Examines Sikh religious, political and community developments through to 2011.
Volume 10 – Sikh History in Pictures (1978–2011)
A pictorial historical volume documenting personalities and events from this period.
✨ Key Features
• Complete 10-book Sikh History collection
• Written in English
• By Dr. Harjinder Singh Dilgeer
• Published by Sikh University Press
• Hardcover editions
• Chronological coverage extending to 2011
• Covers both early and modern Sikh history
• Includes a dedicated Sikh History in Pictures volume
• Approx. 6kg complete set
• Valuable reference collection for Sikh Studies
• Particularly suitable for libraries and researchers
🎓 An Extensive Sikh History Reference Collection
One of the strongest features of this collection is its breadth.
Instead of purchasing individual books dealing with isolated periods, readers receive ten related volumes covering successive eras of Sikh history.
The collection can therefore be useful as a starting reference for researching particular periods, personalities and historical developments and for understanding how different periods of Sikh history connect chronologically.
🎯 Ideal For
• Sikh history readers and enthusiasts
• Students of Sikh Studies
• Researchers and academics
• Gurdwara libraries
• Sikh educational institutions
• University and college libraries
• Punjab history researchers
• Community libraries
• Reference collections
• Sikh families building a home library
• Readers researching modern Sikh history
• Collectors of substantial Sikh literature sets
📦 Condition
Very Good – Complete 10 Book Set
These books may have minor shelf wear, dust, rubbing or light storage marks resulting from storage and handling.
Such cosmetic marks do not normally affect the text or reading quality.
Please examine the photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description and show the style and general condition of the books.
💙 Why Buy From Us?
We specialise in Sikh, Punjabi and difficult-to-source books, serving Sangat since 2005.
Our collection includes Sikh history, Gurbani, Punjabi literature, biographies, religious studies and specialist publications that can be difficult to obtain through mainstream bookshops.
Large and unusual multi-volume sets such as this are particularly useful for Sikh families, Gurdwaras, researchers and libraries wishing to build comprehensive Sikh reference collections.
🎁 Packaging
This is a heavy 10-book hardcover collection weighing approximately 6kg.
The complete set will be securely packed with suitable protective materials for transportation.
Additional packaging increases the final parcel weight, so international buyers should take the substantial shipping weight into consideration when ordering.
💷 Recommended RRP £399.99
⚠️ Important Book Disclaimer
The books are described as Very Good condition rather than pristine/new condition.
Minor shelf wear, dust, rubbing, corner marks or other light storage marks may be present due to the age, weight and storage of this substantial collection.
Publisher printing and cover details may vary slightly between editions or print runs.
Colours shown in photographs can vary slightly because of lighting, photography and individual screen settings.
Measurements and weights are approximate.
Please review all photographs carefully before purchasing.
The titles and historical interpretations described in this listing represent the author's published works and perspectives. The sale of this collection does not imply endorsement of every historical interpretation, terminology or conclusion contained within the books.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the complete 10-book set?
Yes. This listing is for the complete collection of all 10 Sikh History books shown, not an individual volume.
Who wrote this Sikh History collection?
The series is written by Dr. Harjinder Singh Dilgeer.
What language are the books in?
All books in this set are in English.
Are the books hardcover?
Yes. This is a 10-volume hardcover collection.
What period of Sikh history does the collection cover?
The collection begins with Ancient Punjab and the Guru period and continues chronologically through major periods of Sikh history up to 2011.
Does the set cover Guru-period Sikh history?
Yes. Volume 1 covers Ancient Punjab & Guru Period (1000–1708).
Does it include Banda Singh Bahadur?
Yes. Volume 2 is dedicated to Banda Singh Bahadur.
Does the collection cover modern Sikh history?
Yes. Several volumes focus specifically on twentieth-century and contemporary Sikh history, including the periods 1947–1977, 1978–1984, 1985–1995 and 1996–2011.
Is there a pictorial volume?
Yes. Volume 10 is Sikh History in Pictures (1978–2011).
Is this suitable for academic research?
It can be a useful reference source for Sikh history and Sikh Studies, particularly when used alongside other primary and secondary historical sources.
Is it suitable for a Gurdwara or university library?
Yes. A complete multi-volume English-language collection can be particularly useful for Gurdwara libraries, Sikh institutions, universities and community reference collections.
What condition are the books in?
The set is in Very Good condition but may have minor shelf/storage marks. Please inspect the photographs before purchasing.
How heavy is the complete collection?
The ten books weigh approximately 6kg in total before shipping packaging.
