by Abraham Eraly
This book traces the history of the great Mughal rulers of India, founders of one of the most powerful and influential empires in world history. In December 1525, Babur—the great-grandson of the Mongol conqueror Tamerlane—crossed the Indus River into Punjab with a relatively small force equipped with artillery. Five months later, at the Battle of Panipat, he decisively defeated the vast army of the Afghan ruler of Hindustan. With this victory, Mughal rule in India was established. The Mughal Empire would endure for more than three centuries, leaving a lasting imprint on the subcontinent’s politics, culture, and society. Rich in dramatic events and vivid detail, The Mughal Empire recounts the rise, expansion, and legacy of one of the world’s greatest imperial powers.
