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The Twentieth Wife

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Majestic chronicle of a legendary Mughal empress.

Dive into the opulent and tumultuous world of Mehrunnisa, who, against all odds, emerges as a force in the Mughal empire. Indu Sundaresan's "The Twentieth Wife" isn't just historical fiction; it's a testament to the power of ambition and love. You'll traverse alongside this exceptional woman from her humble beginnings to the zenith of power, feeling every triumph and heartbreak as if it were your own. If you've ever been mesmerized by the intricate dance of destiny and desire, this book will resonate with you profoundly.

  • Washington State Book Award (2003)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Twentieth Wife

Regular price ₱589.05
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₱530.15 Thryft Club Member Price
ISBN: 9780143028581
Authors: Indu Sundaresan
Date of Publication: 2002-04-11
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Romance, Historical Fiction
Related Topics: Historical Romance
Goodreads rating: 4.06
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An enchanting seventeenth-century epic of grand passion and adventure, this debut novel tells the captivating story of one of India's most legendary and controversial empresses -- a woman whose brilliance and determination trumped myriad obstacles, and whose love shaped the course of the Mughal empire. Growing up on the fringes of Emperor Akbar's opulent palace grounds, Mehrunnisa blossoms into a sapphire-eyed child blessed with a precocious intelligence, luminous beauty, and a powerful ambition far surpassing the bounds of her family's station. Skillfully blending the textures of historical reality with the rich and sensuous imaginings of a timeless fairy tale, The Twentieth Wife sweeps readers up in the emotional pageant of Salim and Mehrunnisa's embattled love. Through it all, Mehrunnisa and Salim long with fiery intensity for the true, redemptive love they've never known. Shot through with wonder and suspense, The Twentieth Wife is at once a fascinating portrait of one woman's convention-defying life behind the veil and a transporting saga of the astonishing potency of love.
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Majestic chronicle of a legendary Mughal empress.

Dive into the opulent and tumultuous world of Mehrunnisa, who, against all odds, emerges as a force in the Mughal empire. Indu Sundaresan's "The Twentieth Wife" isn't just historical fiction; it's a testament to the power of ambition and love. You'll traverse alongside this exceptional woman from her humble beginnings to the zenith of power, feeling every triumph and heartbreak as if it were your own. If you've ever been mesmerized by the intricate dance of destiny and desire, this book will resonate with you profoundly.

  • Washington State Book Award (2003)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.