Sir Syed Ahmad Khan

This book explores Sir Syed Ahmad Khan's personal life, tracing his upbringing, influences, and transition from Mughal to British loyalty. It examines his motivations for modern education and community reform, presenting his legacy within broader social, historical, and intellectual contexts.

Ather Farouqui is a scholar of Urdu language politics and education in India. He attained his PhD from JNU under the mentorship of renowned political sociologist Imitiaz Ahmad. His prolific writings include three books published by the OUP and translations of three works dating to the Bahadur Shah Zafar period for Roli Books, and one for Hay House. He has received the Hindustani Translation Award from Sahitya Akademi. As the General Secretary of Anjuman Taraqqi Urdu (Hind), he plays a pivotal role in ensuring Urdu's canonization and global relevance.