About the Book: - The Rebellion of 1857: India's First War for Freedom is a book that came about on the occasion of Battle Day and has been compiled as a tribute to the valiant freedom fighters. Despite its historical significance, it remains mired in controversy. This work attempts to shed insight on the nature, reasons, impact on Indian national literature, and international interest it sparked through copious references to firsthand testimonies and other historical materials. This book attempts to bring together and discuss historical events that led to the birth of modern India, as well as the events and writings that marked the period after independence. It is a compilation of essays on 1857 that were presented to the National Book Trust (India) by P.C. Joshi, the General Secretary of the Communist Party of India. This unique book is exclusively available on www.ritikart.com, where you can order it for a fair price.