From the author of The Billionaire’s Secrets, Midnight in Venice and Falling for Rain, a heartfelt, witty and heartwarming short story for the holiday season, set in one of Europe's most enchanting cities…Inspired by the beauty depicted in the movie In Bruges, Paula decides to spend Christmas by herself in the gorgeous Belgian canal city. One evening at a cozy bistro, she is very pleasantly surprised to meet her old college boyfr...

A Noble Queen: A Romance of Indian History by Philip Meadows Taylor is a novel written in three volumes that depicts one of the most important epochs in the history of the Deccan. The book features the life of the noble queen Chand Bibi who is remembered not only as the preserver of Bijapur, but for the heroic opposition she maintained against the Mughal armies in their first invasion of the Deccan and siege of Ahmednagar.Following an alliance policy, Chand Bibi was married to Ali A...

The novel is set in India during the time of the Mahratta Empire, a period marked by political intrigue, cultural richness, and social dynamics. The backdrop of the Mahratta Empire provides a rich and exotic setting for the story.The Protagonist: Tara is the central character of the novel, a Mahratta woman whose life and experiences drive the narrative. Tara is portrayed as a strong and resilient character, embodying the values and challenges of her time.

The novel is structured as the autobiographical account of Ameer Ali, who narrates his life story to the British authorities after being captured. Through Ali's detailed and vivid recounting, the reader is taken into the secretive and violent world of the Thuggee cult, which operated across India for several centuries.The story begins with Ameer Ali’s early life, describing how he was initiated into the Thuggee way of life. As the narrative progresses, Ali provides an inside look at the ri...

A Noble Queen: A Romance of Indian History by Philip Meadows Taylor is a novel written in three volumes that depicts one of the most important epochs in the history of the Deccan. The book features the life of the noble queen Chand Bibi who is remembered not only as the preserver of Bijapur, but for the heroic opposition she maintained against the Mughal armies in their first invasion of the Deccan and siege of Ahmednagar.Following an alliance policy, Chand Bibi was married to Ali A...

The novel centers around the life of a noble queen who is both revered and challenged by the tumultuous events of her era. It paints a vivid picture of Indian history, detailing the cultural and political landscape of the time. Through a blend of historical facts and fictional elements, Meadows Taylor weaves a tale of love, power, and intrigue.The queen is portrayed as a strong, intelligent leader who navigates the complexities of her position with grace and determination. The story delves...

The favour with which my former Indian tales have been received has induced me to write another, in illustration of one of the most important epochs in the history of the Dekhan. The character of the noble Queen Chand Beebee is still popular in the country; and her memory is reverenced, not only as the preserver of Beejapoor, but for the heroic resistance she made to the Moghul armies in their first invasion of the Dekhan and siege of Ahmednugger. The whole circumstances relating to the Qu...

The novel centers around the life of a noble queen who is both revered and challenged by the tumultuous events of her era. It paints a vivid picture of Indian history, detailing the cultural and political landscape of the time. Through a blend of historical facts and fictional elements, Meadows Taylor weaves a tale of love, power, and intrigue.The queen is portrayed as a strong, intelligent leader who navigates the complexities of her position with grace and determination. The story delves...

In "Confessions of a Thug," Meadows Taylor presents a riveting narrative that delves into the world of the Thuggee—a confederation of murderers and robbers operating in 19th-century India. Combining elements of historical fiction and criminal psychology, Taylor constructs a rich tapestry of adventure, cultural commentary, and moral ambivalence. Written in a first-person perspective that reflects the brutal realities of the Thug life, the prose offers both vivid descriptions and psychologic...

Confessions Of A Thug by Captain Meadows Taylor.

"Taraamahattatale" by Philip Meadows Taylor is a work that offers a glimpse into the cultural and social dynamics of 19th-century India. Taylor, a British officer and writer, spent much of his life in India, and his works often focus on the people, landscapes, and traditions of the subcontinent.This particular story, Taraamahattatale, combines elements of Indian folklore with Taylor's own experiences and observations. The narrative is centered around a central figure, Taraamahatta,...