The stories related to the sea forts of Sindhudurg, Janjira, Samrajgad, Underi, Khanderi, Sanv Ishtevhan aka St. Stephen’s Fort, Thiye’s Fort, Shapora aka Kaysuv’s Fort, Janjira of Anjdiv, Kasha’s Fort, Vijaydurg, Pankot of Alibaug, Durgadi have been given by historian Mahesh Tendulkar in the book, Katha Sagari Durganchya Bhag 1.
The stories related to the forts of Sangramdurg, Karnala, Koppal Fort, Jinji Fort, Vellore Fort, Fondya Fort, Trimbakgad, Mahuli Fort, Patta, Kuwarigad, Rohida, Lohagad, Wakinkheda Fort, Vasota alias Vyaghragad have been given by historian Mahesh Tendulkar in the book, Katha Durganchya Bhag 3.
The stories related to the forts of Murud Janjira, Fort Subhanmangal, Padmadurg, Fondyacha Fort, Vardhangad, Vishalgad, Torna, Suvarnadurg, Korigad, Mahulicha Fort, Kulang, Vairatgad, Kothaligad, Salher, Sajjangad, Ramsej, and Sinhagad have been given by historian Mahesh Tendulkar in the book, Katha Durganchya Bhag 2.
In this Marathyanchya Itihasatil Nivdak Patranchi Parshwabhumi book, the author Dr. H. Y. Kulkarni Narrated some stories from the Ch. Shivaji Maharaj and Peshwa periods documents in Peshwa Daptar.
Those who lost their lives in war, sometimes in acts of bravery, are called heroes. Memorials of such heroes were erected with respect by villagers or their families. They are called Virgal or Hero Stones. Hero Stones are found in significant numbers in our villages. Memorials of deceased women or Sati are also found. Hero Stones can be a tool for understanding our history.
Author and history researcher Sadashiv Tetwilkar has added valuable information to the historical resources through his Maharashtratil Virgal book. Dr. Gunther Santheimer, a keen scholar of Maharashtra culture, was the first to draw attention to this type of unconventional historical tool of culture.
Mountains, rivers, valleys, forests around us has a history. Using this natural environment, humans built structures there. Maharashtra has a rich history. From Thane-Raigad district to Kolhapur and from Pune-nagar to Nagpur-Gadchiroli. Those buildings have historical as well as cultural references. The imprint of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s thoughts and actions is everywhere. What we often fail to do is to search for them and add context. That deficiency has been filled by Vikhuralya Itihas-Khuna a book written by history researcher Sadashiv Tetwilkar.
Pune Shaharacha Itihas is a reference book written by Dr. Avinash Sowani based on his study of the history of Pune city over the past thirty years.
Author has written this book in a very objective manner and it not only contains in-depth information about the history of the Pune city, but also includes the original references he studied, analysis, and commentary on them.
In addition, Dr. Sowani has also examined popular facts and legends that have no historical basis and has also scrutinized their veracity.
Moreover, this book also contains maps and photographs. No book has been published so far that provides comprehensive and coherent information on the history of Pune.
This book will fulfill this longing of scholars and they will get in-depth information about the history of Pune.
Also, this book will definitely be useful for readers who want detailed information about Pune and its development.
One of the most important markets in Pune is Budhwar Peth. Budhwar Peth was a traditional market. Even today, its identity is pretty much the same. Many important buildings, shops, temples, institutions, roads, squares, theaters of Pune were and are located in Budhwar Peth. But when some people think of Budhwar Peth, only the brothel comes to mind. There is history everywhere here. No one understands it, no one sees it. This book is to erase this wrong stigma attached to Budhwar Peth. The other side of the coin of this historical, heritage-rich, and prosperous city area has been brought to the fore by author Mr. Suprasad Puranik through his book Punyachi Samruddh Budhwar Peth.
Through countless Abhangas, Ovis, Couplets, Padas, Bharudas, and Shlokas composed in their respective regional languages by saints from all regions of India. Even after hundreds of years, the sweetness of this sainthood remains undiminished. On the contrary, one gets the joy of discovering something new with every reading. The book Bharatiya Santkavi Ani Kavayitri, which introduces the biographies of some of the saints in India, has been written by H.Y. Kulkarni.
In 17th century, Shahajiraje Bhosle emerged as a beacon of vision, strategy, and courage. Revered as the architect of Swarajya and the father of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, his life is a saga of unyielding resilience and remarkable determination.
This book transcends the pages of history, Shahajiraje’s journey through ever changing political landscapes and his unparalleled service to multiple rulers.
From his valiant campaigns in the Deccan to his tumultuous relationship with the great powers of the time, Shahajiraje Bhosle’s journey is a tale of drama, intrigue and heroism.
Prepare to be inspired by the untold story of Mahabali Shahajiraje Bhosle Vyakti ani Karya written by Guruprasad Kanitkar.
