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100	1		_aSarkar, Sir Jadunath _eauthor.
245	1	0	_aShivaji and his Times / _cSir Jadunath Sarkar.
260			_aNew Delhi : _bManohar, _c2023.
300			_a524p.
504			_aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
520			_aShivaji And His Times is a comprehensive account of the life and times of one of Maharashtra's greatest heroes. After a brief introduction to the geography of Maharashtra, and a description of the people of that land, the book traces the rise of Shahji Bhonsle, Shivaji's father in the service of the Adil Shah of Bijapur, Shivaji's boyhood, his early victories and his wars with the Mughals and the Adil Shah are recounted in detail. A major portion of the book is devoted to Shivaji's relations with the Mughal emperor, Aurangzeb and his constant struggles to capture Maratha territory. Shivaji's coronation, his subsequent forays into southern India, his efforts to build a strong navy, his relations with foreign powers, all are discussed in the book. The author also makes a critical assessment of Shivaji's contributions and achievements, and his place in history. Using a wide range of sources and historical documents in a variety of languages, the author draws a definitive portrait of the great Maratha ruler and nation.
546			_aEnglish.
650			_aShivaji, Raja, 1627-1680.
650			_aMaratha (Indic people).
650			_aIndia.
650			_aMaratha (Indic people) _xKings and rulers.
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