Volume 1 of the book takes a comprehensive approach by dedicating considerable attention to the life of Maharajah Runjeet Singh, the esteemed founder of the Sikh monarchy. McGregor paints a vivid and detailed portrait of Maharajah Runjeet Singh, exploring his life, achievements, and his profound influence on shaping Sikh history. Volume 2 of "The History of the Sikhs" focuses specifically on a momentous event in Sikh-British relations—the war between the Sikhs and the British that unfolded in 1845-46. This volume serves as a captivating and detailed account of this conflict, offering readers a closer look at the motives, strategies, and outcomes of the war. McGregor expertly captures the nuances and complexities of this historical event, enabling readers to grasp the full scope of the Sikh-British conflict and its far-reaching consequences. https://archive.org/details/dli.ernet.231320