Publisher's Synopsis
Aurangzib, And The Decay Of The Mughal Empire is a historical book written by Stanley Lane-Poole. The book focuses on the reign of Aurangzib, the sixth Mughal emperor of India, who ruled from 1658 to 1707. The book provides a detailed account of Aurangzib's reign, his policies, and his impact on the Mughal Empire. It also explores the reasons behind the decline of the Mughal Empire during his reign.The book begins by providing a brief history of the Mughal Empire and its rise to power. It then delves into the reign of Aurangzib, discussing his early life, his ascension to the throne, and his policies towards religion, governance, and military. The book also explores the various rebellions and uprisings that occurred during his reign, including the Jat and Sikh rebellions.Throughout the book, Lane-Poole analyzes the impact of Aurangzib's policies on the Mughal Empire, including his efforts to expand the empire's territory and his strict enforcement of Islamic law. He also examines the economic and social factors that contributed to the decline of the Mughal Empire, including corruption, inflation, and the rise of regional powers.Overall, Aurangzib, And The Decay Of The Mughal Empire provides a comprehensive and insightful look at one of the most important periods in Indian history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of India, the Mughal Empire, or the reign of Aurangzib.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
