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About The Book: This three-volume work delves into "A History of the Sepoy War in India 1857-1858." In the first volume, it explores events in Bengal and Behar, encompassing the excitement in Calcutta, the uprising in Shahabad, the mutiny in Dinapore, and the defense and relief efforts in Arrah. The second volume provides a detailed account of uprisings in the North-Western Provinces, the subversion of British authority, the roles played by Native Princes, and the defense of Agra up to Mr. Colvin's demise. Information is drawn from various sources, including Mr. E. A. Reade, Sir William Muir, Mr. Charles Raikes, Major Weller, and the reports of civil and political officers. In the third volume, the narrative shifts to events in Oude, encompassing the siege and defense of Lucknow, the capture of Delhi, and requiring substantial research and effort. About The Author: Sir John William Kaye (1814–1876), British military historian, served in Bengal Artillery before becoming a notable writer. His works include "History of the Sepoy War in India," revised into "Kaye and Malleson's History of the Indian Mutiny." An Eton and Addiscombe alumnus. Kaye edited Bengal Hurkaru and founded Calcutta Review. Notably, his "History of the War in Afghanistan" was well-received. Joining the East India Company's Civil Service in 1856, he authored the comprehensive "History of the Sepoy War in India." The Title 'A History of the Sepoy War in India 1857-1858 written/authored/edited by John William Kaye', published in the year 2023. The ISBN 9788121281942 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 660 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol:- 1st