{"product_id":"the-sword-of-tipu-sultan-by-bhagwan-s-gidwani-rare-books","title":"The sword of tipu sultan by Bhagwan S Gidwani [rare books]","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"304\" class=\"\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sword of Tipu Sultan by Bhagwan S. Gidwani is a historical novel that reimagines the life of Sultan Fateh Ali Sahab Tipu, the 18th-century ruler of Mysore. \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eFirst published in 1978, the book portrays Tipu Sultan as a visionary leader who championed religious tolerance and resisted colonial oppression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"540\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe novel delves into Tipu Sultan's multifaceted persona—his roles as a man, lover, soldier, prince, and king.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIt explores his relationships with allies and adversaries, his commitment to secularism, and his opposition to colonialism.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eGidwani presents Tipu as a modern nationalist who recognized that India's strength lay in unity and internal reform.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe narrative emphasizes his dignity and faith, even in the face of adversity, highlighting his ultimate sacrifice as a symbol for future generations.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"570\" class=\"\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"810\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBhagwan S. Gidwani\u003c\/strong\u003e was born in 1923 in Karachi and later moved to India after Partition.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe held significant positions, including serving as India's counsel at the International Court of Justice and as director of civil aviation.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIn addition to \u003cem data-start=\"15\" data-end=\"41\"\u003eThe Sword of Tipu Sultan\u003c\/em\u003e, Gidwani authored \u003cem data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"82\"\u003eReturn of the Aryans\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"108\"\u003eMarch of the Aryans\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHis works have been translated into multiple languages and have contributed to historical literature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":46307820634369,"sku":"346XLZIF5-Used","price":299.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/ffff_db36cadf-4a84-427c-a189-5e399f1f60fb.jpg?v=1747648800","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/the-sword-of-tipu-sultan-by-bhagwan-s-gidwani-rare-books","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}