- Unknown Binding: 182 pages
- Publisher: I.B. Tauris in association with the Sikh Foundation (1999)
- ASIN: B0006DJ6KQ
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
An astonishing picture taken after the Indian mutiny shows two Sikh officers of the British cavalry regiment known as Hodson's horse. Maugn Singh seated on the left served at the siege of Delhi and was in command of the squadron, which seized and shot the sons and heirs to Bahadur Shah effectively ending any claimants to the mughal throne. The white bearded Jai Singh originally served under Ranjit Singh's army and witnessed the death of the legendary Hari Singh Nalwa the most potent force in the Khalsa army.
Page 77 is just one example of how the authors have combined outstanding pictures and contemporary accounts to make this aspect of Sikh history alive and extremely readable. Brilliant.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
After attending the exhibition at the Victoria and Albert, I ordered this book. The book proved to be extremely high in quality and well structured. It presents an outstanding chronology of significant events in the history of Sikhs to the reader and to the casual person just leafing through the book. Not only does the book document warfare and defense of the times, but it also provides insight into the deep commitment and beliefs of Sikh people. This book is a must for all parties interested in the culture of the Sikhs. Given the great price, the book also makes a terrific and thoughtful gift.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A unqiue study by two poeple who will become renowed scholars if they maintain this standard with future works.
To publish a hardback book on such a subject in English is unqiue and they have set a standard.
Black & White photographs give the book a truly historic feel.
The Sikhs has a true warrior race is often forgotten, well this book is absolute evidence of the Sikhs sacrifices for rightoeusness.
The narrative is not detailed but then many non-Sikhs reading this book will not want it to be, and Sikhs reading it will be amazed at the photographs.
A definite buy for Sikhs due to the unqiueness of the book, and a definite buy for everyone else as a uncomplicated history of a true Warrior Race.
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Lionhearts
This book is amazing i read it all in one sitting. Some of the stories and photos are just unbelievable. The courage the bravery the loyalty. What an honour. Read more
Published on 9 Oct 2007 by Mr. K. S. Dhindsa
A must have purchase for any self-respecting historian.
Like the saying goes "A picture speaks a thousend words...", so what this book lacks in written content, it more than makes up for in both the quality and quantity of the pictures. Read more
Published on 4 Feb 2003 by Mr. H. Chaggar
A BREATHTAKING VIEW OF REAL SIKHS
I PERSONALLY CAN NOT PUT THIS BOOK DOWN. THE PHOTOS ARE STUNNING AND CREATE A GREAT PICTURE OF THE SIKH PEOPLE AND THEIR MARTIAL TRADITION. Read more
Published on 21 May 2001
EXCELLENT
What more can i say, and excellent book a must buy for any sikh to trace our heriatage.
Published on 28 Oct 2000 by ranjit@khalistan.co.uk
Excellently put together.
A rich source of information regarding early Sikh military traditions. I was especially fascinated by the information concerning the Nihung or Akali Sikhs. Read more
Published on 22 Jun 2000
A good pictorial representation of the Sikhs
I liked the many rare pictures of the Sikhs covered in this book. The book will act as a reference point for the coming generations, so that they do not forget the great Khalsa... Read more
Published on 18 Feb 2000
stunning !
I heard a lot of hype and information about this book. After managing to obtain a copy and after scrutinizing each page and photo in depth, I was really taken aback! Read more
Published on 1 Aug 1999
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