The Buddha and the Sahibs

"The Buddha and the Sahibs" explores how British explorers, archaeologists, and scholars of the 18th and 19th centuries uncovered and revived India’s ancient Buddhist heritage. Through their detective-like investigations—deciphering scripts, excavating monuments, and discovering historic sites—these individuals played a pivotal role in bringing Buddhism back into Indian history. Charles Allen weaves an engaging narrative that highlights the remarkable efforts of these pioneers in uncovering the country’s lost religious past.