Synopsis Shivaji, the grand rebel, the great patriot occupies a unique place in the history of India. Shivaji was the symbol of a resurgent Hindu nationalism drawing inspiration from the old classics, courageous and possessing high qualities of leadership. These qualities inspired Dennis Kincaid in-depth to study about Shivaji. In his study Kincaid explained different aspects and life of Shivaji. He divided the book in four parts i.e. childhood and youth, rebel, chieftain and king. Although much has been written on Shivaji but this book presents the viewpoint of Shivaji and the environment around him. The book will be found highly useful not only for the scholar and researcher but also will be stimulating to general readers, who has interest in Shivaji.