A Prince of Dreamers by Flora Annie Webster Steel

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Author Steel, Flora Annie Webster, 1847-1929
LoC No. 09004294
Title A Prince of Dreamers
Note Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "A Prince of Dreamers" by Flora Annie Steel is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set during the time of Akbar the Great, the Mughal emperor of India, and it explores themes of dreams, ambition, and the complex interplay of fate and desire. Key characters include Akbar himself, along with his friends and courtiers, who navigate the intricacies of royal duties and personal relationships in a richly described Eastern setting. The opening of the novel introduces Akbar, as he sits in contemplation at Fatehpur Sikri while listening to a singer. The atmosphere is vibrant with the crowds and festivities of New Year’s Day. We learn that Akbar is wrestling with thoughts of his legacy and the unworthiness of his heirs, heightened by the presence of his court, which includes various characters like the playful Birbal and the ambitious Mân Singh. The chapter sets up a vivid tableau of Akbar's emotional state as well as hints at the political tensions within his court, particularly regarding his sons and their abilities to carry on his empire. As Akbar interacts with a talented female singer, Âtma Devi, powerful themes of gender and identity begin to unfold, suggesting that the quest for honor transcends traditional roles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Akbar, Emperor of Hindustan, 1542-1605 -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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