The Indian Frontier

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Focusing on the role of warhorses in state formation, the book examines their significance in medieval and early modern South Asia. Gommans highlights the dynamic inner frontiers that Indian empires faced and the necessity of warbands, including Turkish and Afghan forces, in navigating these areas. Additionally, it explores the breeding and trading of horses, drawing comparisons with European and Middle Eastern practices, thereby providing a comprehensive understanding of the military and cultural impacts of equine power in the region.