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About The Book: The History of Hindostan, from the Death of Akbar to the Complete Settlement of the Empire under Aurungzebe, authored by Alexander Dow, provides a detailed narrative of Indian history during a transformative period. Published in 1772, it covers events from Akbar's death in 1605 to Aurangzeb's consolidation of power in the late 17th century. Dow examines the socio-political landscape, administrative policies, and cultural dynamics of the Mughal Empire. His work is significant for its firsthand insights as a soldier in the East India Company and contributes to the understanding of Mughal governance, religious tolerance, and regional conflicts during this era. About The Author: Alexander Dow (1735 –1779) was a Scottish Orientalist, playwright, and army officer in the East India Company. Born in Crieff, Perthshire, he initially pursued a mercantile career but shifted to a military path, becoming an ensign in the Bengal infantry. Dow gained recognition for his translations, including The History of Hindostan, which was well-received. He also wrote plays, such as Zingis and Sethona. He had multiple returns to India and passed away in Bhagalpur in 1779, leaving a legacy in literature and historical scholarship. The Title 'The History of Hindustan, from the Death of Akbar, to the Complete Settlement of the Empire under Aurungzebe written/authored/edited by Alexander Dow', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367809815 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 578 (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 22.59 x 28.94 cms.