The Delhi Sultanate period (1206-1526) is commonly portrayed as an age of chaos and violence-of plundering kings, turbulent dynasties, and the aggressive imposition of Islam on India. But it was also the era that saw the creation of a pan-Indian empire, on the foundations of which the Mughals and the British later built their own Indian empires. The encounter and Hinduism also transformed, among other things, India's architecture, literature, music and food. Abraham Eraly brings this fascinating period vividly alive, combining erudition with powerful storytelling, and analysis with anecdote.
'Wonderfully well researched . . . engrossing, enlightening.' The Hindu
'An insightful perspective . . . Eraly has a unique ability to create portraits which come to life on the page.' Time Out
'remarkably comprehensive and detailed.' Business Standard
'Captivating . . . reads like a delightful novel.' Dawn
