Publisher's Synopsis
A concise and insightful study of the history, politics, and culture of the princely state of Hyderabad in India, written at the turn of the 20th century. McAuliffe's main focus is on the role of the Nizams, the hereditary rulers of Hyderabad, in shaping the state's identity and destiny. He also analyzes the impact of British colonialism, Muslim-Hindu relations, and the emerging nationalist movements on Hyderabad's society and economy. This slim volume is a valuable resource for South Asian studies, colonial history, and political science.
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