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Balwant Moreshwar Purandare (1922–2021), known as Babasaheb Purandare, was a revered figure in Maharashtra. Beyond Raja Shivchatrapati , he wrote Maharaja Shivchatrapati , Shri Shivaji Maharaj – The Great Maratha , and numerous plays, documentaries, and folk performances ( Shivrajyabhishek ). His work remains influential, though some modern historians have critiqued his glorified narrative style. Regardless, his books are essential reading for Marathi history enthusiasts.
"Raja Shivchatrapati" is one of Purandare's most celebrated works, and is considered a definitive biography of Shivaji Maharaj. The book was first published in 1964 and has since been reprinted numerous times. The biography is based on extensive research, drawing from a range of sources, including historical records, letters, and documents from the time.