Madhava Rao Sindhia: Otherwise Called Madhoji (1891)

Madhava Rao Sindhia: Otherwise Called Madhoji (1891) is a biographical book written by Henry George Keene that tells the story of Madhava Rao Sindhia, an Indian nobleman who lived in the 19th century. The book covers Madhava Rao's life from his birth in 1831 to his death in 1886, detailing his rise to power as the Maharaja of Gwalior and his contributions to the political and cultural landscape of India. Keene provides a thorough account of Madhava Rao's family background, education, and early career, as well as his relationships with other important figures in Indian history, such as the British colonial authorities and the Maratha Confederacy. The book also examines Madhava Rao's efforts to modernize Gwalior, including his construction of public works, his promotion of education and social welfare, and his support for the arts. Overall, Madhava Rao Sindhia: Otherwise Called Madhoji offers a rich and detailed portrait of a fascinating figure in Indian history, shedding light on the complex political and social forces that shaped the country during the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.