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The Private Life Of An Eastern King: Together With Elihu Jan'S Story; Or, The Private Life Of An Eastern Queen

The Private Life Of An Eastern King: Together With Elihu Jan'S Story; Or, The Private Life Of An Eastern Queen

William Knighton

Hardcover

Historical FiguresGeneral World History

ISBN10: 9354178081
ISBN13: 9789354178085
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Oct 10 2020
Pages: 390
Weight: 1.63
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Behind the gilded walls of 19th century India's royal courts, intrigue and humanity intertwine. The Private Life Of An Eastern King, together with Elihu Jan's Story, unveils the rarely glimpsed world of eastern monarchy life at the height of the British Empire era. William Knighton, a Victorian memoirist and close observer, draws readers into the intimate chambers of power, where rulers and their consorts navigated tradition, ambition, and the relentless gaze of colonial influence. Every page pulses with the drama and subtlety of real lives, offering a vivid historical narrative for history enthusiasts and Victorian literature fans alike. Knighton's account stands apart as a royal biography shaped by direct experience, documenting cultural encounters that echo the fascination of memoirs of a geisha and the insight of William Dalrymple's works. His portraits of both king and queen reveal not only the splendour and ceremony of eastern courts, but also the personal struggles and private joys that history often forgets. This is a rare window into British colonial India, restoring forgotten voices and illuminating the complexity of empire and tradition. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Perfect for those drawn to the hidden stories of the past, it remains a cultural treasure for every discerning bookshelf.

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