The Lion And The Lily by Ira Mukhoty in Hardcover

 

Explore the turbulent eighteenth century of Awadh, a highly sought-after and wealthy region in Hindustan. Despite being under the rule of the Mughal emperor, the Mughal empire was on the decline, allowing the British and French East India Companies to compete for control of the subcontinent. As tensions rose between these European powers, Awadh's rise to prominence began with the efforts of Saadat Khan Burhan-ul-Mulk, who was originally posted there as a demotion. Later, his successors continued to bring stability and glory to the province. However, after the disastrous loss of the Mughal army at the Battle of Buxar, the rulers of Awadh were forced into alliances with the British. Despite this, they continued to work hard to develop the province and preserve its Shia heritage. Through the use of various sources, bestselling author Ira Mukhoty delves into the lives and struggles of key figures such as the nawabs, EIC officials, powerful