"Arambha: The Birth of Vijayanagara" by Buchi Ramagopal is a compelling historical novel that narrates the captivating story of the two brothers, Hakka and Bukka, who founded the powerful Vijayanagara Empire in South India. Beginning with their capture by Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq in 1327, the book traces their complex relationship with their captor and their eventual breaking free from the Sultanate's influence. Over forty years, through strategic skill and rapid conquest, they lay the foundation for an empire that would flourish for over two and a half centuries, bringing to life a significant and often overlooked period of Indian history through the exceptional individuals who shaped it.
Additional Product Info :
ISBN 10 :
9356296685
ISBN 13 :
9789356296688
Publisher :
HARPER COLLINS
Language :
English
Dimensions :
13.4x3.5x19.8
Item Weight :
0.4 kg