The Rani of Jhansi - Hardcover

Prince Michael Of Greece And Denmark

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 8129124866 ISBN 13: 9788129124869

Publisher: Rupa Publications, 2013

Synopsis

A fictional account of the life of Lakshmibai, the heroic warrior-queen, The Rani of Jhansi vibrantly portrays one of the bravest women in Indian history. Along with the throne, Lakshmibai inherits steep challenges she becomes a widow to a deceased king and mother to an adopted heir. Her brother-in-law aggressively contends her right to the throne, and the ominous presence of the British spells uncertainty for Jhansi s future. Meanwhile, war clouds gather as several states prepare to fight against foreign domination. A rebellion seems inevitable.

Using a number of characters, some known, others invented, Prince Michael paints a compelling portrait of Maratha aristocracy and their courts in the nineteenth century, of the first nationwide struggle against the British and of Lakshmi woman, ruler and a symbol of steely courage against all odds.

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About the Author

Prince Michael of Greece is the author of a number of biographies and historical novels. Born in 1939, he studied political science in Paris before serving a term with the Hellenic army. His marriage to Greek artist Marina Karella led to his renunciation of any claims to the throne.

Review

Young, brave and energetic, the Rani of Jhansi is the ideal subject for a historical romance. You have it here in full measure passion, romance, conflict, heroism on the battlefield. Even her enemies admired the young Rani. Readers will love her too. --Ruskin Bond

About this edition

• Publisher: Rupa Publications
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 8129124866
• ISBN 13: 9788129124869
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 396