Shortest History of Delhi

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The essential introduction to a city that has captivated imaginations for millennia

Delhi, with its stories of intrigue and empire, decadence and artistry, destruction and rebirth, has been exhilarating travellers for centuries. Its history stretches back thousands of years, through invasions, empires and the struggle for independence.

This many-layered history can be seen on the streets of Delhi today - in ancient monuments to emperors, saints, princesses and eunuchs; in the domes of mosques clad in shimmering white marble; in stately Mughal gardens; and in the bustling laneways of its markets and neighbourhoods. Now, Delhi is a vast megalopolis, drawing people from all over the subcontinent, a cornucopia of religions, castes, languages and economic classes.

In The Shortest History of Delhi, John Zubrzycki pairs an invigorating account of Delhi's past with an insider's guide to the city today.

'A wonderful introduction to the most fascinating and complex of all Indian cities and a glittering mirror to the history of Hindustan' -William Dalrymple

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Paperback / softback
ISBN13: 9781760645557
Published: September 2026

Number of pages: 224
Width: 127 mm
Height: 195 mm
Depth: 16 mm

Publisher: Black Inc.