"The Essential Collection" by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni brings together three powerful novels that explore the lives of resilient women against epic backdrops. The Forest of Enchantments offers a profound retelling of the Ramayana through Sita's perspective, delving into themes of duty, autonomy, and betrayal. The Last Queen vividly portrays the extraordinary life of Jindan Kaur, Maharaja Ranjit Singh's youngest and last queen, as she fiercely fights to protect her son's heritage and the Sikh Empire from British annexation. Finally, Independence is a moving saga set against the tumultuous backdrop of India's partition in 1947, following three sisters—Priya, Jamini, and Deepa—as they navigate love, loyalty, nationhood, and sisterhood amidst devastating change.
Additional Product Info :
ISBN 10 :
9354899943
ISBN 13 :
9789354899942
Publisher :
HARPER COLLINS
Language :
English
Dimensions :
215 x 140 x 18
Item Weight :
0.87 kg