A History of the Sikhs From the Origin of the Nation to the Battles of the Sutlej

In “History of the Sikhs,” The book’s remarkable breadth is evident as it meticulously traces the origins and ascent of Sikhism, providing priceless insights into Punjab’s historical narrative. All of this unfolds against the complex backdrop of the nineteenth-century geo-political landscape. This book covers a wide range of topics, including the country and its people, old Indian beliefs, modern reforms, and the teachings of Nanak. It delves into the Sikh Gurus or teachers and the evolution of Sikhism under Gobind Singh (1539-1716). The narrative continues with the establishment of Sikh independence in 1716, leading up to the era of Ranjit Singh and the alliance with the English (1765-1808-9). It then explores the period from Ranjit Singh’s supremacy to the reduction of Multan, Kashmir, and Peshawar (1809-1823-4) and goes on to cover events from the acquisition of these regions to Ranjit Singh’s death in 1839. The book concludes with a detailed account of the war with the English in 1845-6.