Author Amish Tripathi's new book celebrates 11th century 'Legend of King Suheldev'

The book then traces the epic adventure and inspiring legend of the warrior-hero King Suheldev, as he unites Indians across religions, castes, and regions, under his leadership, and mounts a fierce resistance against the foreign invaders. "The idea behind writing the 'Legend of Suheldev: The King Who Saved India', was to bring to national consciousness an inspiring story that has been ignored in the pages of Indian history," said Tripathi.

est-selling author and the Director of the Nehru Centre in London, Amish Tripathi, has released his new book of fiction titled 'Legend of Suheldev: The King Who Saved India'. Publishers Westland Publications Pvt Ltd said the book will be available across physical and online bookstores from this weekend.

Set in 11th century India, 'Legend of Suheldev' begins with the shattering invasion of Mahmud of Ghazni and his Turkic hordes, as they destroy the holy Somnath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The book then traces the epic adventure and inspiring legend of the warrior-hero King Suheldev, as he unites Indians across religions, castes, and regions, under his leadership, and mounts a fierce resistance against the foreign invaders.

"The idea behind writing the 'Legend of Suheldev: The King Who Saved India', was to bring to national consciousness an inspiring story that has been ignored in the pages of Indian history," said Tripathi. "A story that has particular relevance today, 'Legend of Suheldev' is the story of a king who united men and women of the nation, irrespective of their religion, caste, region, or status in society. An epic adventure, and an inspiring tale of unity, the message of King Suheldev echoes acro