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Taj: A Story of Mughal India by Timeri N. Murari

Taj: A Story of Mughal India by Timeri N. Murari

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Taj: A Story of Mughal India weaves the timeless love of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal into a richly textured historical tapestry. The novel unfolds across two interlinked narratives: one recounts the passionate romance between the emperor and his beloved queen through the perspectives of Arjumand (Mumtaz), Shah Jahan, and Isa—the queen’s trusted eunuch; the other chronicles the later years of Shah Jahan’s rule, marked by the monumental construction of the Taj Mahal, internal court intrigues, and the deadly race among his sons for the Peacock Throne. Amid these sweeping historical arcs, a poignant subplot follows Murthi, the devoted Hindu craftsman tasked with carving the delicate marble grille around Mumtaz’s sarcophagus. With vivid contrasts—from palace opulence to the grinding poverty of 17th-century India, from devotion to betrayal—Murari delivers a novel that is far more than historical romance: it is a powerful reconstruction of an era marked by grandeur and turbulence.

About the Author –

Timeri N. Murari is a celebrated Indian novelist, journalist, playwright, and screenwriter. Beginning his writing career in Canada, he later contributed to prominent publications like The Guardian, The Sunday Times, and The Hindu. Among his many works, Taj (1985) stands out as an international bestseller—translated into around twenty-five languages—and remains a defining work in his literary journey. Beyond fiction, Murari has penned non-fiction, young adult novels, and penned the screenplay for the acclaimed film Daayraa, later adapted into a stage play. His deep engagement with storytelling across genres and media cements his standing as a versatile and influential voice in contemporary Indian literature.

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