The History of Bengal (Volume I)

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This book The History of Bengal is presented in two volumes. Vol. I containing 17 chapters covers the Hindu Period and is profusely illustrated with maps and plates. This Volume is edited by Prof. R.C. Majumdar who served as Vice-Chancellor of the Dacca University. Vol. II edited by Sir Jadunath Sarkar, Ex-Vice-Chancellor of Calcutta University contains 26 chapters and covers the history of Bengal during 12..-1757 A.D. Starting from Muslim Conquest of Bengal and ending with the Rule of Siraj-ud-daulah. In writing this book of history the authors have strictly confined themselves to the data definitely applicable to the geographical limits of Bengal. This authentic reference book is extremely useful for the students and research workers in History.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR R C Majumdar

Dr. R.C. Majumdar, born in 1888 in East Bengal (present day Bangladesh) in the village of Khandarapara of Faridpur District. He graduated after learning in Dhaka and Calcutta. He was ranked 1st in graduate studies in the university. He became a teacher and took to research, and got a doctorate. When the University of Dhaka was started in 1921, he became its first professor. Eventually he became the vice-chancellor of the university. He was great scholar and a genius. His contribution to our nation and Indian history is unparalleled. The present book is one of the gem from his treasure.