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About The Book: The Indian Calendar by R. Sewell and S. B. Dikshit is a comprehensive study of Hindu and Muhammadan calendrical systems, offering conversion tables for traditional Indian dates to the Western (A.D.) calendar and vice versa. It delves into the astronomical, historical, and cultural aspects of Indian timekeeping, making it a valuable resource for historians, archaeologists, and scholars. The book serves as a crucial reference for interpreting inscriptions, manuscripts, and historical records, bridging the gap between different dating traditions. About The Author: Robert Sewell (1845–1925) was a British civil servant and historian specializing in the Vijayanagara Empire. As Keeper of the Madras Record Office, he documented inscriptions and remains, though his work often supported colonial narratives. His most famous book, A Forgotten Empire: Vijayanagar (1900), compiled historical records and Portuguese accounts. Sewell also conducted archaeological work at Amaravati, though his methods faced criticism. He collaborated with Indian scholars, including S. Krishnaswami Aiyangar, contributing to early South Indian historical research. About The Author: S. B. Dikshit (1853–1898) was an Indian historian, astronomer, and archaeologist known for his contributions to Indian chronology and ancient sciences. He played a key role in studying Hindu astronomy and the history of Indian calendars. Dikshit authored significant works on traditional Indian timekeeping and helped refine historical dating methods. His research influenced later scholars in Indian historiography and archaeology. Through his meticulous studies, he contributed to the standing of India's scientific and historical heritage during the colonial period. The Title 'The Indian Calendar: With Tables Of The Conversion Of Hindu And Muhammadan Into A. D. Dates & Vice Versa written/authored/edited by R. Sewell, S. B. Dikshit', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370972087 is assigned to the Hard