Bollywood Princess (English)

Bollywood Princess (English)

Author: Christine D'Sylva

Publisher: Smriti Publishers

Published: 2016-09-01

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13:

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Sonia Thakur, stunningly beautiful, immoral and driven by ambition rises to become one of Bollywood’s leading stars. Nisha, a scribe and crusader who believes her pen will bring about radical changes in the Indian societal mindset. Their two lives entwine with handsome charismatic Akash Ahuja, (The Black Panther) and his magnetic nephew Ritesh, a real estate magnate. Winning and sinning is the name of the game as the characters seek wealth, fame and happiness. From Dubai to Delhi and Mumbai the novel races through these cosmopolitan cities to end with an exciting climax. This journey of entwined lives reflects the face of modern India and showcases the lives of the rich and famous while highlighting the need to address Indian societal problems. Will Sonia find true love in her enviable glamorous life or will the hands of fate decry otherwise?


Spy Princess

Spy Princess

Author: Shrabani Basu

Publisher: The History Press

Published: 2011-04-11

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 0752463683

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This is the riveting story of Noor Inayat Khan, a descendant of an Indian prince, Tipu Sultan (the Tiger of Mysore), who became a British secret agent for SOE during World War II. Shrabani Basu tells the moving story of Noor's life, from her birth in Moscow – where her father was a Sufi preacher – to her capture by the Germans. Noor was one of only three women SOE agents awarded the George Cross and, under torture, revealed nothing, not even her real name. Kept in solitary confinement, her hands and feet chained together, Noor was starved and beaten, but the Germans could not break her spirit. Ten months after she was captured, she was taken to Dachau concentration camp and, on 13 September 1944, she was shot. Her last word was 'Liberté.'


The Autobiography of an Indian Princess

The Autobiography of an Indian Princess

Author: Sunity Devee

Publisher: Namaskar Book

Published: 2024-02-02

Total Pages: 157

ISBN-13:

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Embark on a fascinating journey through royalty and change with "The Autobiography of an Indian Princess" by Sunity Devee. Join the esteemed author as she shares her personal story, offering readers a unique perspective on Indian culture, tradition, and societal evolution. As you delve into Devee's captivating narrative, prepare to be transported to the opulent world of Indian royalty. From the grandeur of palaces to the intricacies of courtly life, each page offers a glimpse into a bygone era marked by tradition and transition. But beyond the splendor and glamour, "The Autobiography of an Indian Princess" delves into deeper themes of identity, autonomy, and the pursuit of personal fulfillment. Devee's candid reflections shed light on the challenges faced by women of privilege and the complexities of navigating a changing world. Yet, amidst the wealth and privilege, a profound question emerges: What timeless lessons can we learn from Devee's journey, and how do they resonate with our own experiences of self-discovery and empowerment? Engage with Devee's poignant memoir through heartfelt anecdotes and introspective passages that invite readers to reflect on their own paths to self-realization. Her courage and resilience inspire us to embrace our true selves and forge our own destinies, regardless of societal expectations. Now, as you accompany Devee on her remarkable journey through royalty and change, consider this: How can her story of personal growth and transformation inspire us to embrace our own journeys of self-discovery and empowerment? Don't miss the opportunity to explore the rich tapestry of Indian culture and history through the eyes of a princess. Acquire your copy of "The Autobiography of an Indian Princess" today and immerse yourself in a captivating tale of royalty, resilience, and the pursuit of happiness. ```


Three Indian Princesses

Three Indian Princesses

Author: Jamila Gavin

Publisher: Walker

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9781406330960

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These are three captivating retellings of Hindu tales. Princess Savitri happily leaves the palace to live with her husband, Satyvan, in the jungle. But behind her joy there is fear, for Savitri carries a dark secret. It is written in the stars Satyvan will die within a year...Princess Damayanti is the one everyone wants to marry, including the gods. However, even they are happy to consent to her marriage to King Nala - all except the demon Kali, who lays a curse on the perfect couple...Princess Sita follows her husband Prince Rama when he is banished to the jungle by his jealous stepmother, just before he is to become king. But she is kidnapped by Ravana, Lord of the Demons...


The Last Resident

The Last Resident

Author: Shahzad Rizvi

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2013-02-02

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 9781300696292

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British diplomat Nigel adores India and its culture, but not his spoiled wife, Pamela. Instead, he has fallen hopelessly in love with Mehru, a married Muslim princess. When Pamela is murdered, Nigel is imprisoned as the prime suspect, but did he do it? The only one who could help free Nigel is the state's brilliant Jewish prime minister, but he, too, is in prison!


Maharanis

Maharanis

Author: Lucy Moore

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2006-06-27

Total Pages: 407

ISBN-13: 1101174838

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Until the 1920s, to be a Maharani, wife to the Maharajah, was to be tantalizingly close to the power and glamour of the Raj, but locked away in purdah as near chattel. Even the educated, progressive Maharani of Baroda, Chimnabai—born into the aftermath of the 1857 Indian Mutiny—began her marriage this way, but her ravishing daughter, Indira, had other ideas. She became the Regent of Cooch Behar, one of the wealthiest regions of India while her daughter, Ayesha, was elected to the Indian Parliament. The lives of these influential women embodied the delicate interplay between rulers and ruled, race and culture, subservience and independence, Eastern and Western ideas, and ancient and modern ways of life in the bejeweled exuberance of Indian aristocratic life in the final days both of the Raj, and the British Empire. Tracing these larger than life characters as they bust every known stereotype, Lucy Moore creates a vivid picture of an emerging modern, democratic society in India and the tumultous period of Imperialism from which it arose. Through the sumptuous, adventurous lives of three generations of Indian queens—from the period following the Indian Mutiny of 1857 to the present, Lucy Moore traces the cultural and political changes that transformed their world.


Jahanara, Princess of Princesses

Jahanara, Princess of Princesses

Author: Kathryn Lasky

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 9780439223508

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Written by a Newbery Honor-winning author, this is the story of a princess who longs for freedom. Jahanara is the daughter of a rich emperor in India. While she is showered with many riches, she is also confined by her strict religion and the rules of the palace.


American Indians in British Art, 1700-1840

American Indians in British Art, 1700-1840

Author: Stephanie Pratt

Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press

Published: 2013-02-11

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 0806188847

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Ask anyone the world over to identify a figure in buckskins with a feather bonnet, and the answer will be “Indian.” Many works of art produced by non-Native artists have reflected such a limited viewpoint. In American Indians in British Art, 1700–1840, Stephanie Pratt explores for the first time an artistic tradition that avoided simplification and that instead portrayed Native peoples in a surprisingly complex light. During the eighteenth century, the British allied themselves with Indian tribes to counter the American colonial rebellion. In response, British artists produced a large volume of work focusing on American Indians. Although these works depicted their subjects as either noble or ignoble savages, they also represented Indians as active participants in contemporary society. Pratt places artistic works in historical context and traces a movement away from abstraction, where Indians were symbols rather than actual people, to representational art, which portrayed Indians as actors on the colonial stage. But Pratt also argues that to view these images as mere illustrations of historical events or individuals would be reductive. As works of art they contain formal characteristics and ideological content that diminish their documentary value.


Real and Imagined Women

Real and Imagined Women

Author: Rajeswari Sunder Rajan

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2003-09-02

Total Pages: 157

ISBN-13: 1134886527

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First published in 1993. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.


Foreboding of Females

Foreboding of Females

Author: MANISHA DAGAR PH D & KRISHNA NATH PANDEY PH D

Publisher: Zorba Books

Published: 2021-12-30

Total Pages: 359

ISBN-13: 9393029237

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Acknowledgement ix Foreword xi Preface xv Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Chapter 2: Narrating the Self in Women Writings 42 Chapter 3: Kamala Das: Autobiographical Vs Fiction 70 Chapter 4: Preeti Shenoy: A Contemporary Voice 105 Chapter 5: Foregrounding Relationships: A complete eclipse of heart by Kamala Das and Preeti Shenoy 145 Chapter 6: Kamala Das and Preeti Shenoy: A Comparison of their Writings 182 Chapter 7: Conclusion 215 Excerpts from Interview of Preeti Shenoy by Manisha Dagar 233 Refrences & Bibliography 235