A History of the Mahrattas v1.c17.136

v1.c17.136

¹ An anecdote is told respecting him, which is probably true, but which I notice as characteristic of the pompous politeness of the Mahomedans of India. During Abou Hoossein’s confinement in the Emperor’s camp, previous to being dispatched to Doulutabad, a tune played by one of the Hindoostanee musicians of the imperial band gave the captive king great delight, and he wished he had a lack of rupees to bestow upon him. The wish was repeated to Aurungzebe, and instantly complied with.