The Sikhs
by Patwant Singh
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Author: Patwant SinghEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2001-07-17
ISBN: 0385502060
Number of pages: 312
Publisher: Image
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Book Review: Excellent, an unbiased History of the Sikhs
Summary: 4 Stars
This book is a very well written book which gives an excellent account of Sikh history from the birth of Sikhism to the present day. Particularly interesting points are;
New details are provided on how Brahmin chiefs within the independent Punjab state provided the British with vital information which caused the Sikh defeat during the Anglo Sikh Wars 1845-46
The involvement of the Indian Government in causing violence in the Punjab 1980's onwards.
The involvement senior Indian officials in organising the massacres of Sikhs in 1984
The extent of Human rights violations against Sikhs by Indian forces.
A must read for all Sikhs and Non Sikhs to get a true picture of the community.
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