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The Emperor Who Never Was
Dara Shukoh in Mughal India
Book • 2020
This book by Supriya Gandhi provides a nuanced and deeply researched biography of Dara Shukoh, the eldest son of Emperor Shah Jahan.
It delves into the political and social milieu of the Mughal court, challenging common views that portray Dara Shukoh as either an absolute interfaith inclusivist or a failed political aspirant.
The biography draws on a wide range of primary sources to present a complex and multifaceted portrait of Dara Shukoh, highlighting his role as a Sufi, his studies of Hindu thought, and his significance in the context of Mughal succession and the eventual rise of Aurangzeb.
The book also explores the influence of Mughal women and the broader cultural and intellectual landscape of the time.
It delves into the political and social milieu of the Mughal court, challenging common views that portray Dara Shukoh as either an absolute interfaith inclusivist or a failed political aspirant.
The biography draws on a wide range of primary sources to present a complex and multifaceted portrait of Dara Shukoh, highlighting his role as a Sufi, his studies of Hindu thought, and his significance in the context of Mughal succession and the eventual rise of Aurangzeb.
The book also explores the influence of Mughal women and the broader cultural and intellectual landscape of the time.
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