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A History of the Sikhs
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J. D.
Cunningham's "A History of the Sikhs" is a 19th-century account of the Sikh people and their history.
Written during the British Raj, it offers a unique perspective, notable for its relatively sympathetic portrayal of the Sikhs, a departure from the prevailing colonial narratives.
Cunningham's work provides valuable insights into Sikh society, culture, and military organization during a crucial period.
His detailed descriptions of Sikh life and customs offer a glimpse into a world largely unknown to Western audiences at the time.
The book's sympathetic tone, however, led to Cunningham's dismissal from the East India Company, highlighting the complexities of colonial power dynamics and the challenges of representing colonized cultures.
Cunningham's "A History of the Sikhs" is a 19th-century account of the Sikh people and their history.
Written during the British Raj, it offers a unique perspective, notable for its relatively sympathetic portrayal of the Sikhs, a departure from the prevailing colonial narratives.
Cunningham's work provides valuable insights into Sikh society, culture, and military organization during a crucial period.
His detailed descriptions of Sikh life and customs offer a glimpse into a world largely unknown to Western audiences at the time.
The book's sympathetic tone, however, led to Cunningham's dismissal from the East India Company, highlighting the complexities of colonial power dynamics and the challenges of representing colonized cultures.
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Sarbpreet Singh
Ep 407: Sarbpreet Singh Finds His Sikhism
