{"product_id":"first-raj-of-the-sikhs-the-life-and-times-of-banda-singh-bahadur-by-harish-dhillon-hardcover","title":"First Raj of the Sikhs: The Life and Times of Banda Singh Bahadur by Harish Dhillon [hardcover]","description":"\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"true\" class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"101\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"101\"\u003eBook Summary \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eFirst Raj of the Sikhs: The Life and Times of Banda Singh Bahadur\u003c\/em\u003e by Harish Dhillon is a compelling historical biography that explores the life, leadership, and legacy of one of the most significant figures in Sikh history. The book traces Banda Singh Bahadur’s transformation from a hermit named Madho Das Bairagi to a fearless Sikh warrior and revolutionary under the guidance of Guru Gobind Singh. It details how Banda Singh led a powerful uprising against the Mughal Empire in the early 18th century, established the first sovereign Sikh rule in Punjab, and implemented agrarian reforms that empowered the peasantry. Harish Dhillon presents Banda Singh not only as a military leader but also as a visionary who laid the foundation for future Sikh sovereignty. The narrative is both informative and accessible, offering historical context while highlighting the personal courage, religious conviction, and political strategy that defined Banda Singh’s short but impactful rule. The book sheds light on his brutal end and the lasting inspiration he provided to generations of Sikhs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1975\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarish Dhillon \u003c\/strong\u003ewas an Indian author, educator, and historian known for his engaging biographies and works on Sikh history and culture. A former principal of Yadavindra Public School in Patiala, Dhillon combined academic insight with a storytelling approach that made history accessible to general readers. He wrote several well-regarded books, including \u003cem data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eLove Stories from the Sikh World\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eThe Lives and Teachings of the Sikh Gurus\u003c\/em\u003e. His writing often focused on the values, philosophy, and historical contributions of Sikh figures, aiming to preserve and share their legacies with a wider audience. Through his work, Dhillon played an important role in bringing Sikh heritage and its key personalities to life in a way that is both respectful and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-header a-expander-partial-collapse-header\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45259234345146,"sku":"35P6T52IP-Used","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/raj_6f8fb567-ef54-49b9-866d-4b3a01c63a44.jpg?v=1761152615","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/first-raj-of-the-sikhs-the-life-and-times-of-banda-singh-bahadur-by-harish-dhillon-hardcover","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}