The House of Jaipur
The House of Jaipur
John Zubrzycki
- Language: English
- Print Length: 384 Pages
- ISBN-10: 9789393986863
- ISBN-13: 978-9393986863
For generations the House of Jaipur has been synonymous with exquisite maharanis, polo-playing maharajas and playboy princes, fabulous jewels and opulent palaces. But behind the glittering facades lie stories of forbidden love, forged wills and missing treasures, of lives cut short by alcoholism and of bitter family feuds over assets worth thousands of crores. Revealed for the first time are the untold stories of life behind the palace doors. Deeply researched and compellingly narrated, The House of Jaipur is a gripping saga studded with unforgettable characters, their charmed lives often crossed by misfortune and tragedy.
For generations the House of Jaipur has been synonymous with exquisite maharanis, polo-playing maharajas and playboy princes, fabulous jewels and opulent palaces. But behind the glittering facades lie stories of forbidden love, forged wills and missing treasures, of lives cut short by alcoholism and of bitter family feuds over assets worth thousands of crores. Revealed for the first time are the untold stories of life behind the palace doors. Deeply researched and compellingly narrated, The House of Jaipur is a gripping saga studded with unforgettable characters, their charmed lives often crossed by misfortune and tragedy.
Author Bios:
John Zubrzycki is an award-winning journalist and acclaimed author specializing in South Asia. His books include The Last Nizam: The Rise and Fall of India’s Greatest Princely State, The Mysterious Mr Jacob: Diamond Merchant, Magician and Spy and Jadoowallahs, Jugglers and Jinns: A Magical History of India.
John Zubrzycki is an award-winning journalist and acclaimed author specializing in South Asia. His books include The Last Nizam: The Rise and Fall of India’s Greatest Princely State, The Mysterious Mr Jacob: Diamond Merchant, Magician and Spy and Jadoowallahs, Jugglers and Jinns: A Magical History of India.
