Empire of the Moghul: Ruler of the World by Alex Rutherford - ISBN: 9780755347599
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Power, betrayal, and rivalry: the Moghul empire built on blood.

Empire of the Moghul: Ruler of the World

Ruler of the World

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  • Paperback

    480 pages

  • Release Date

    13 December 2011

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Summary

Keep your enemies close, and your sons closer…

Akbar, ruler of a sixth of the world’s people, colossally rich and utterly ruthless, was a contemporary of Elizabeth I, but infinitely more powerful. His reign began in bloodshed when he strangled his treacherous ‘milk-brother’, but it ended in glory.

Akbar extended his rule over much of Asia, skillfully commanding tens of thousands of men, elephants and innovative technology, yet despite the unimaginable bloodshed which resulted …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780755347599
ISBN-10:0755347595
Author:Alex Rutherford
Publisher:Headline Publishing Group
Imprint:Headline Review
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:480
Release Date:13 December 2011
Weight:382g
Dimensions:199mm x 130mm x 30mm
Series:Empire of the Moghul
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Critics Review

As with the two previous books, this is well researched, while the deadly intrigues and the sight and sounds of the Moghul court are colourfully and effectively portrayed. The battle scenes are exciting…the writing is seamless. This series has developed into a fascinating insight into the rise and fall of a great and glorious dynasty. Bloody battles, brutal killings and treachery - what more could you ask for? - US Historical Novel Society

About The Author

Alex Rutherford

Alex Rutherford is the pen name of the husband-and-wife writing team, Diana Preston and Michael Preston.

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