Bakhar is a part of Marathi literature, which came to birth with the Maratha rule, but also ended with the rule itself in the history. This Bakhar is proved to be a milestone in all the Bakhar literature in that time. Realistic characteristics of each person involved, personalised touch of the writing skills and logical description of situation are the main characteristics of this Bakhar, which includes the major part of history in 18th century. The book also classifies the concept of Bakhar, its features in the introduction. Other details includes the main purpose behind writing this bakhar, period, approach of the Marathas towards this part of literature. The language used in this Bakhar is simple and explanatory with examples compiled in 78 pages. In the later part of this book, the actual part of Bhausaheb Bakhar is compiled. It consists of description of kumbheri battle, warfare tacts, battle of panipat, death of Vishwasrao, brave performance of Ibrahimkhan and Bhausaheb, death of Nanasaheb Peshwe etc. parts are covered in this book in detail.
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