: Prithviraj Chauhan and the Indian past, 1200-2000 Talbot, Cynthia creator New Delhi Cambridge University Press 2016 x, 316p. This fascinating new study traces traditions and memories relating to the twelfth-century Indian ruler Prithviraj Chauhan; a Hindu king who was defeated and overthrown during the conquest of Northern India by Muslim armies from Afghanistan. Surveying a wealth of narratives that span more than 800 years, Cynthia Talbot explores the reasons why he is remembered, and by whom. In modern times, the Chauhan king has been referred to as 'the last Hindu emperor', because Muslim rule prevailed for centuries following his defeat. Despite being overthrown, however, his name and story have evolved over time into a historical symbol of India's martial valour. Include Bibliography and Index Historiography Prithviraj, King of Ajmer and Delhi, 1159-1192 Hindus Heroes Emperors India 954.40223092 TAL-L 9781108711715