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Koh-i-noor

Koh-i-noor

the history of the world's most infamous diamond
Ancient HistoryHistory
Pages
335
Published
2017
Language
English

Synopsis

This book offers a comprehensive history of the Koh-i-Noor diamond, tracing its journey through South and Central Asia. Using previously untranslated accounts, it separates myth from fact to reveal a true story of greed, conquest, murder, and colonialism. The narrative explores how this awe-inspiring jewel shaped a continent and its own destiny.

Prose complexity
7/10

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Authors

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William Dalrymple

William Dalrymple is a writer known for his vivid historical accounts. His book The Last Mughal is a powerful look at the end of an empire. He writes engaging history that brings the past to life.