Over four hundred years ago, a Muslim queen defied an empire. Chand Bibi—ruler, military strategist, and diplomat—stands among the most remarkable figures of early modern India. This book brings her world to life, moving between palace intrigue, battlefield strategy, poetry, and politics.
Historian Sarah Waheed uncovers the multilayered world of the Deccan region that shaped Chand Bibi and her battles against the Mughal empire under Akbar. Interwoven with the queen’s storied past is the author’s personal journey across archives, crumbling forts, and Sufi shrines; through forgotten manuscripts and contested memories; and into the mysteries that both illuminate and conceal Chand Bibi’s life.
Deeply researched and narratively evocative, this is the definitive portrait of a woman who fought for her homeland and sought to unify a fractured region—and of the quest to bring her story back into view.
Imprint: Vintage Books
Published: Jun/2026
ISBN: 9789377305000 (Hardback)
Length : 480 Pages
MRP : ₹899.00
There is something uniquely comforting about July. As the monsoon settles in, the world slows down just enough to let us get lost in a good story. This month’s collection is an eclectic mix designed for exactly that. Grab a warm cup of tea, find a quiet corner, and explore our favorite releases of the […]
