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Kunal Basu
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Number of Pages
288
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
Set in the opulent court of Emperor Akbar in 16th-century India, this historical fiction follows a circle of artists who undertake the meticulous task of chronicling the rulerโs life. Centered on a child prodigy painter who grows up sheltered within Agraโs fortress town, the novel probes the delicate balance between devotion to craft and political danger, appealing to readers who love immersive historical worlds and art history. The tone is lush, atmospheric, and tense, offering both intellectual curiosity and suspenseful consequence.
The narrative is story-led, anchored in the apprenticeโs perspective as he learns his craft, navigates court patronage, and encounters the risks that come with breakthroughs. Richly described workshops, ceremonial processions, and the fortressโs architecture bring the era to life. The reading experience blends intimate studio moments with grand, perilous politics, inviting readers to feel the weight of every brushstroke and every decision.
The journey invites readers to witness not just a lifeโs chronicle but a meditation on how art records history. Through vivid prose, the book explores themes of ambition, loyalty, and censorship, while revealing how fragile masterpieces can become weapons in the power games of a court.
After finishing, readers gain a richer appreciation for how art preserves history under pressure, along with a heightened curiosity about the craft of miniatures and the eraโs cultural tapestry. The story leaves a lasting impression, inviting reflection on creativity, power, and resilience in the face of danger.
Product Details
Author
Kunal Basu
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
288
Language
English
SKU
9780143469773
ISBN
9780143469773
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
12.9x1.72x19.8cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: โน 399
โน 380
โน 19 Off