Lal, Ruby
Empress
- ISBN 13:
- 9780393239348
- author:
- Lal, Ruby
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- W. W. Norton & Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 24.4 x 16.5 x 3 centimetres (0.6
- Genre:
- Biography, Royalty, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Nur Jahan, a Muslim woman who ruled an empire four centuries ago, is a fascinating figure whose life and world have been largely overlooked. This biography uncovers her rich history, rescuing her from patriarchal clichés of romance and intrigue.
From her early life as the daughter of a Persian noble to her rise as the twentieth and most cherished wife of Emperor Jahangir, Nur Jahan's confident assertion of authority and talent is revealed in this deeply researched and evocative biography. Acclaimed historian Ruby Lal sheds new light on the lives of women and girls in the Mughal Empire.
With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the historical context, Lal brings Nur Jahan's story to life, giving readers a fresh perspective on this dazzling figure who governed alongside her husband and issued imperial orders in his stead.
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