Rebel Sultans: The Deccan from Khilji to Shivaji By Manu S Pillai

Rebel Sultans explores the fascinating history of the Deccan region in India between the fourteenth and seventeenth centuries. Historian Manu S. Pillai examines the rise of powerful Deccan sultanates that challenged the dominance of northern empires.

The book reveals a vibrant world of cultural exchange where Persian, Indian, and local traditions blended together in politics, art, and architecture. It also explores the region’s rivalries, alliances, and military conflicts during a period of intense political competition.