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Sikhs : the story of a people, their faith and culture / writers and researchers, Saanika Patnaik, Nehal Agarwalla.

Patnaik, Saanika, (author.). Agarwalla, Nehal, (author.).

Summary:

"At the turn of the 15th century, Guru Nanak embarked on a series of journeys across the Indian subcontinent and instituted an equitable community and an egalitarian religion, built upon the values of inclusion, service, and kindness. Sikhs throws a spotlight on this incredible faith that places service before self. Today, it is the fifth largest religion in the world with over 30 million Sikhs across the globe. The book explores the gurus, the scriptures, the philosophy, and stories and legends. It explains how a faith led to the birth of a historic empire of immense military and political might, maps the emergence of a distinct identity, looks at its impact on the world today, and celebrates the contributions of this illustrious community."-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 9780744077520 (hardcover)
Physical Description: 324 pages : illustrations (chiefly colour), maps ; 29 cm
Edition: First American edition.
Publisher: New York : DK Publishing, 2023.
Copyright: ©2022

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Before Guru Nanak (until 1469) -- Origins (1469-1606) -- Defending faith (1607-1709) -- The rise and fall of the Sikh Empire (1710-1849) -- Sikhism during the British rule (1850-1947) -- The contemporary Sikh (1947 onwards).