Select Letters of Tippoo Sultan to Various Public Functionaries: Including his Principal Military Commanders; Governors of Forts and

Name : Select Letters of Tippoo Sultan to Various Public Functionaries: Including his Principal Military Commanders; Governors of Forts and

Author : Tippoo Sultan, Translator: William Kirkpatrick

Book Format : Paperback

Genre : Reference

ISBN : 9788121271868

Language : English

Pages : 601-700 Pages

Publish Year : 2023

Publisher : Gyan Publishing House

About The Book : The book titled "Select Letters of Tippoo Sultan to Various Public Functionaries" compiles letters from Tippoo Sultan, shedding light on his character and the historical era spanning from February 1785 to November 1793. Despite significant gaps in the correspondence, the preserved letters depict Tippoo Sultan as a multifaceted figure, characterized as both an unyielding adversary, a religious zealot, a stern ruler, and even a shrewd merchant. This book offers valuable insights into Tippoo Sultan's personality and actions during his rule in Mysore. About The Author: Tippoo Sultan (1751-1799), the "Tiger of Mysore," was an Indian Muslim ruler in South India known for his innovative contributions. He pioneered rocket artillery and introduced administrative reforms like a new coinage system and land revenue system. Tipu allied with the French in his battles against the British and other regional powers. He achieved significant victories against the British in the Second Anglo-Mysore War, signing the Treaty of Mangalore in 1784. He's renowned for deploying missile in warfare during the Anglo-Mysore Wars. About The Translator: William Kirkpatrick (1754-1812) was an East India Company officer in Colonial India. He served as a diplomat and orientalist during the Company rule. Kirkpatrick held various military and diplomatic positions, including Persian interpreter and r

Country of Origin : India