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Shivaji and His Times, by Jadunath Sarkar, is a comprehensive biography of Chhatrapati Shivaji. Summary of the Book This book recounts the life and times of one of Maharashtra’s greatest heroes. After an introduction to the geography of Maharashtra and a narrative on the people of that land, the book talks about the life of Shivaji – his childhood, rise to power, and his role in Indian independence. Not only was he a great warrior who improved military strategies who pioneered guerrilla warfare methods, but was a progressive civil ruler known for competent and well-structured administration. Shivaji and His Times will serve as a reliable study material for History students and anyone who wants to know more about the hero. About Jadunath Sarkar Jadunath Sarkar was an eminent Bengali historian and aristocrat. He was the Vice Chancellor of Calcutta University and Sir W. Meyer Lecturer in Madras University. Some of the other works penned by Sir Sarkar are: Military History of India, The Rani of Jhansi, Mughal Administration, A History of Bengal, and The House of Shivaji.