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Kohinoor: The Story of the World’s Most Infamous Diamond by WILLIAM DALRYMPLE

Kohinoor: The Story of the World’s Most Infamous Diamond by WILLIAM DALRYMPLE

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Kohinoor: The Story of the World's Most Infamous Diamond by William Dalrymple and Anita Anand traces the remarkable journey of the Koh-i-Noor diamond, one of the most famous and controversial gemstones in history. The book explores the diamond’s origins in India and follows its passage through the hands of various rulers, including the Mughals, Persians, Afghans, Sikhs, and the British. The authors separate historical fact from legend, showing how myths surrounding the diamond developed over time. They examine the political struggles, wars, betrayals, and imperial ambitions connected to its ownership, culminating in its transfer to the British Crown during the expansion of the British Empire in India. The book also discusses modern debates about cultural heritage and the competing claims for the diamond’s return. Through detailed historical research, it offers a fascinating account of how a single gemstone became a symbol of power, conquest, and colonialism.

About the Author

William Dalrymple is an award-winning historian, travel writer, and broadcaster known for his works on the history of India, the Middle East, and the British Empire. Born in Edinburgh in 1965, he has written several acclaimed books, including The Last Mughal, White Mughals, Return of a King, and The Anarchy. Dalrymple is widely recognized for making complex historical events accessible to general readers through engaging storytelling and meticulous research. He is also one of the founders of the Jaipur Literature Festival and is regarded as one of the leading contemporary writers on South Asian history.

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