History of Kota State -Volume Two, Dr Mathura Lal Sharma Hardcover – December 9, 2025

History of Kota State was originally written in Hindi in 1939 by Dr. Mathura Lal Sharma, one of the foremost historians of his time. Conceived as a two-volume work, the second volume vividly brings to life the formative colonial era—one that defined the major geographical boundaries of Kota and witnessed rapid political and cultural transformation.In this seminal study, Dr. Sharma offers a richly detailed and comprehensive account of Kota State’s cultural, political, and social evolution. Through meticulous research and an engaging narrative style, he reconstructs the lives of Kota’s rulers, their shifting alliances, and the pivotal events—both national and international—that shaped the region’s identity. Amid a period of dramatic global change in power structures and political ideologies, Kota did not remain isolated; it engaged with, and was affected by, world history in significant ways.Infused with rare anecdotes and compelling stories, History of Kota State is both informative and captivating—an invaluable resource for scholars and a rewarding read for history enthusiasts. As the first volume in a landmark series, it lays the foundation for deeper exploration into the heritage of this remarkable region. Dr. Sharma’s work is a tribute to the enduring spirit of Kota and its people, preserving the essence of a bygone era with clarity, reverence, and scholarly depth. Read more