The reader will find a general description of Kashmir and Kashmiris, embodying the result of the latest research on the subject. To epitomize the history of Kashmir from the earliest times to the advent of Islam, the propagation and influence is discussed. The indigenous Mohammadan rulers of the land and cover a period of about 250 years.  It also introduces (Kashmir under the Afghans) bring Muslim Rule to close in 1819. A broad general survey of Islamic culture in Kashmir is also given. Advancement of learning under Muslim rule, Arts and crafts under Muslim rule and Civil and Military organization under Muslim rule. Kashmir under the Sikhs and Dogras carries the narrative down to recent times.