Indian history in fiction
Explore the rich tapestry of Indian history through captivating fiction. Discover top historical novels that bring India's past to life, from ancient empires to colonial eras. Perfect for history buffs and book lovers alike!


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The Ramayana
by Vālmīki
One of the ancient world's great verse epics is retold in energetic English prose in this sparkling volume.

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Raj
by Gita Mehta
"An 'historical novel that traces the life of an Indian princess from her birth during the year of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897 until …

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Kim
by Rudyard Kipling
Kim, an Irish orphan, accompanies a holy man on his journey throughout India and his quest for a mystical river.



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Midnight's Children
by Salman Rushdie
The story of Saleem Sinal, born precisely at midnight, August 15, 1947, the moment India became independent. Saleem's life parallels the history of his nation.

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Rainsongs of Kotli
by Tariq Malik
Fiction. Asian Studies. Set in the romantic Himalayan valleys, amidst breathtaking mountain snowmelts and the monsoon rainstorms, these beautifully told and haunting stories explore the …

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A Suitable Boy
by Vikram Seth
Vikram Seth's novel is, at its core, a love story: Lata and her mother, Mrs. Rupa Mehra, are both trying to find -- through love …