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2025 · réf. BIBHB011545384 — 2025. Hardcover. New. About The Book: Travels in the Mogul Empire A.D. 1656-1668 by Fran�ois Bernier translated by Archibald Constable and edited by Vincent A. Smith is a vivid account of Bernier's experiences in India during the reign of Emperor Aurangzeb. Bernier a French physician provides an insightful portrayal of Mughal society culture and politics offering firsthand observations on the empire's grandeur its religious diversity and the opulence of its court. His narrative sheds light on daily life the stratification of society and the contrasts between the Mughal Empire and Europe. The work remains a valuable resource for understanding 17th-century India. About The Author: Fran�ois Bernier was a French physician and traveler who spent 12 years in India 1658-1670. His writings including Travels in the Mogul Empire and A New Division of the Earth contributed to early racial theories and insights into Mughal society. About The Translator: Archibald David Constable 1774-1827 was a Scottish publisher and bookseller known for publishing works like The History of the Orkney Islands and A Genealogical History of the Earldom of Sutherland. He contributed to Scottish literary and historical publishing.About The Editor: Vincent Arthur Smith 1843�1920 was an Irish Indologist historian and British Civil Service officer. A prominent figure in Indian historiography he authored significant works on India's ancient history including Asoka the Buddhist Emperor and The Early History of India. The Title 'Travels in The Mogul Empire A.D. 1656-1668 written/authored/edited by Francois Bernier Translator: Archibald Constable Editor: Vincent A. Smith' published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370147812 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 574 Pages. The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History-Mugal-Travels. Size of the book is 22.59 x 28.94 cms Vol: hardcover