Sam Dalrymple
Sam Dalrymple is a noted historian and author, recognized for his insightful works on the history and politics of India during the time of British colonial rule. His writings often delve into the complexities of the relationships between key figures involved in India's independence movement and the subsequent partition, as seen in his book 'Shattered Lands', which explores the intricacies of diplomacy and personal dynamics that shaped that pivotal moment in history.
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Historian Sam Dalrymple, author of recently-released ‘Shattered Lands’, talks about how this vast imperial entity splintered into a dozen nations.
How five partitions, not one, shattered the idea of India
India· 2025-09-20Historian Sam Dalrymple uncovers the profound connections Burma once shared with India’s political and cultural fabric.
India’s first partition took place in 1930, but few talk about itIndia· 2025-09-17Sam Dalrymple is the author of ‘Shattered Lands: Five Partitions and the Making of Modern Asia’ and provides insights into Jinnah's complex legacy.
“Jinnah didn't want partition, he probably wanted a Britain-like India”India· 2025-09-05
Sam Dalrymple is the historian who wrote 'Shattered Lands', detailing the last days of the Raj.
Secrets from 1947: How Edwina Mountbatten, Nehru and Patel shaped Partition planIndia· 2025-06-28
