๐ The Last Sunset Amarinder Singh Sikh Empire Lahore Durbar History Book UK โ Ranjit Singh, Khalsa Army & Anglo-Sikh Wars
๐ The Last Sunset โ The Rise & Fall of the Lahore Durbar
The Last Sunset: The Rise & Fall of the Lahore Durbar by Amarinder Singh is a detailed historical account of the Lahore Durbar, Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the Sikh Kingdom and the eventual fall of the Sikh Empire.
The book explores the political, military and historical developments surrounding the Sikh Kingdom, including the organisation of the Sikh Khalsa Army, the expansion of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's power and the conflicts that eventually led to the annexation of Punjab.
It also gives considerable attention to the First and Second Anglo-Sikh Wars, the Lahore Durbar and the events surrounding the final years of the Sikh Kingdom.
The book includes historical photographs, illustrations, maps and supporting material that help bring the period to life.
๐ชฏ What Is This Book About?
The Last Sunset provides a comprehensive history of the Lahore Durbar and the rise and decline of the Sikh Kingdom.
Key subjects include:
- Maharaja Ranjit Singh and the Sikh Kingdom
- The rise of the Sikh Confederacy
- The organisation and development of the Sikh Khalsa Army
- Sikh military organisation and leadership
- The Lahore Durbar
- European officers and military reforms
- The First Anglo-Sikh War 1845โ46
- The Second Anglo-Sikh War 1848โ49
- The annexation of Punjab
- Maharaja Duleep Singh
- The Koh-i-Noor
- The Sikh Empire and its final years
- Historical figures connected with the Lahore Durbar
The photographed contents also include sections on Hari Singh Nalwa, General Zorawar Singh, Sikh military history, the British relationship with Lahore and the final period of the Sikh Kingdom.
๐ Book Details
Title: The Last Sunset
Subtitle: The Rise & Fall of the Lahore Durbar
Author: Amarinder Singh
Language: English
Binding: Paperback
Pages: Approx. 348
Weight: Approx. 348 g
Size: Approx. 21.5 cm ร 14 cm ร 2.2 cm
Publisher: Roli Books
Subject: History / Sikh History / Punjab History
ISBN: 9788174367792
The ISBN above matches the Roli Books/Lotus Collection edition recorded as having 348 pages.
ISBN is intentionally written without hyphens for easier marketplace and search use.
๐ Historical Coverage
The book follows the transformation of Punjab during the period of Maharaja Ranjit Singh and the Lahore Durbar, including the growth of the Sikh state and the formidable military structure that supported it.
It subsequently examines the weakening of the Lahore Durbar after Ranjit Singh's death and the conflicts between the Sikh state and the British, leading to the Anglo-Sikh Wars and annexation of Punjab.
Roli Books describes the work as a comprehensive history of the Lahore Durbar, Ranjit Singh's reign, the formation of the Sikh army and the Anglo-Sikh wars.
๐บ๏ธ Important Names, Places & Subjects
Maharaja Ranjit Singh โข Hari Singh Nalwa โข Sikh Empire โข Lahore Durbar โข Khalsa Army โข Sikh Confederacy โข Sikh Misls โข Punjab โข Lahore โข Koh-i-Noor โข Duleep Singh โข Anglo-Sikh Wars โข First Sikh War โข Second Sikh War โข British India โข Multan โข Kashmir โข Peshawar โข Khyber โข Sikh military history
โ FAQs
What is The Last Sunset about?
It is a history of the Lahore Durbar and Sikh Kingdom, focusing particularly on Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the Sikh army and the eventual Anglo-Sikh Wars and annexation of Punjab.
Who wrote The Last Sunset?
The book was written by Amarinder Singh.
Does this book cover Maharaja Ranjit Singh?
Yes. Maharaja Ranjit Singh and his reign are central to the historical narrative.
Does it cover the Sikh Empire?
Yes. The book examines the development, military organisation and eventual decline of the Sikh Kingdom.
Does it cover the Anglo-Sikh Wars?
Yes. The book discusses both the First Anglo-Sikh War of 1845โ46 and the Second Anglo-Sikh War of 1848โ49.
Does the book discuss the Sikh Khalsa Army?
Yes. Sikh military organisation and the development of the Khalsa Army are important themes.
Does it include information about Duleep Singh?
Yes. The later history of the Sikh Kingdom includes Maharaja Duleep Singh, including events following the fall of Lahore.
What language is the book in?
English.
Is this a paperback?
Yes.
What is the ISBN?
9788174367792
โญ Why Add This Book to Your Collection?
A useful addition for readers interested in Sikh history, Punjab history, Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the Sikh Empire, Lahore, military history and the Anglo-Sikh Wars.
It is particularly suitable for:
Sikh history enthusiasts โข Punjab history readers โข Students โข Researchers โข Military history enthusiasts โข Sikh families โข Libraries โข Gurdwara libraries โข Collectors of Punjabi and Sikh history books
๐ฆ Packaging
The book will be carefully packed for dispatch to help protect the cover, corners and binding during transit.
โ ๏ธ Important Information
Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description and show the actual book, cover, internal pages, historical illustrations, photographs and maps.
There may be minor marks, shelf/storage signs or small imperfections associated with handling and storage.
Pages, weight and measurements are approximate.
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