Baber First of the Moguls - Fernand Grenard - Bog

""Baber First of the Moguls"" is a historical biography written by Fernand Grenard. The book tells the story of Zahir-ud-din Muhammad Baber, the founder of the Mughal Empire in India. Baber was born in Central Asia in 1483 and was a descendant of both Genghis Khan and Timur. The book describes his early life, his struggles to gain control of his homeland, and his conquests in India. It also explores his personal life, including his relationships with his wives and his struggles with addiction. The book provides a detailed account of Baber's military campaigns, his political and social reforms, and his legacy as one of the greatest rulers in Indian history. Grenard's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of India or the Mughal Empire.1930. Translated and Adapted by Homer White and Richard Glaenzer. Contents: The Panther Cub; Samarkand Won and Lost; They Who Win Samarkand; A Prince of the Mountains; The Stirrups of Resolution; Kabul and the Gateway to India; Herat, Pearl of Khorassan; Treason at Kabul; The Scepter of Timur; A Firebrand of Allah; Fickle Fortune and Two Faithful Men; Baber Looks at India over the Wine Cups; The Star of Empire in India; The Kill of the Tiger; Baber Proves Himself Emperor; The Tragic Death; and The Empire Death Could Not End.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.