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Four Books to be Launched at SAFF 2009 |
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| Sikhlens.com is proud to launch four books on Sikh history, cultural & religion at inaugural Sikh Arts & Film Festival. Come learn the unique history of Sikhs as captured by the four magnificent books. The authors will generously autograph the books at the festival from November 13-15th at Sikh Arts & Film Festival in Hollywood, Ca. |
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The Exile - An unusual story of the last Maharaja of Punjab, Duleep Singh
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| By Navtej Sarna |
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Title: The Exile - An unusual story of the last Maharaja of Punjab, Duleep Singh
Written by: Navtej Sarna |
Summary:
In 1839, Maharaja Ranjit Singh of Punjab, one of India's greatest rulers, died and his empire was plunged into chaos. Less than a decade later, weakened by internecine rivalry and intrigue, Punjab fell into the waiting hands of the British. The ruler who signed away the kingdom and its treasures, including the famed Koh-i-noor diamond, was an eleven-year-old boy, Duleep Singh, the youngest of Ranjit Singh's acknowledged sons. Soon after the British had annexed his kingdom, Duleep was taken under the British guardianship... Read More... |
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| Book 2: |
| EMPIRE of the SIKHS: The Life and Times of Maharaja Ranjit Singh |
| By Patwant Singh & Jyoti M. Rai |
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Title: EMPIRE of the SIKHS: The Life and Times of Maharaja Ranjit Singh
Written by: Patwant Singh & Jyoti M. Rai |
Summary:
Ranjit Singh was one of the most powerful and charismatic Indian rulers of his age, but has been largely forgotten by recent Western historians. Yet his achievements have had a lasting impact. He unified the warring chiefdoms of the Punjab in a northern Empire of the Sikhs and built up a formidable modern army. This new biography uses a variety of eye-witness accounts from Indian and European sources to chronicle his life and the controversial period of the Anglo-Sikh Wars following his death.
Patwant Singh has contributed to Empire of the Sikhs: The Life and Times of Maharaja Ranjit Singh as an author. PATWANT SINGH is one of India's leading writers on international and cultural affairs and the environment. Read More... |
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| Book 3: |
| Sovereign, Squire & Rebel Maharaja Duleep Singh & the Heirs of a Lost Kingdom |
| By Peter Bance |
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Title: Sovereign, Squire & Rebel Maharaja Duleep Singh & the Heirs of a Lost Kingdom
Written by: Peter Bance |
Summary:
The story of Maharajah Duleep Singh and his heirs is told with astounding and dazzling imagery, with unseen photographs of his family and friends, along with an array of rich Sikh art from the period, with famous canvases commissioned by the Maharajah which have become masterpieces in their own right. His family, the `Heirs to the Lost Kingdom' who became the godchildren of Queen Victoria, played their own part in the story of Britain's first Sikh and Indian royal family, from being suffragette companions of Christabel Pankhurst, assisting Jews escape Nazi Germany, benefactors to East Anglia, founding a Norfolk Museum, patrons of numerous English establishments, marrying a Earl's daughter, to holding a mysterious dormant Swiss bank account. The story of the Duleep Singh's will surely keep every reader captivated. Read More... |
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| Book 4: |
| A Lion’s Mane |
| By Navjot Kaur |
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Title: A Lion’s Mane
Written by: Navjot Kaur
Illustrated by: Jaspreet Sandhu |
Summary:
In this beautifully illustrated story, young readers journey to
cultures around the world to explore the meaning of the dastaar,
or turban of the Sikhs. Allusive words placed within a vibrant red
dastaar help promote our connections as global citizens and
encourage dialogue around issues of identity and kinship.
A Lion's Mane promises to be a staple on the shelves of all
young visionaries. Read More... |
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| Book 5: |
| The Royal Falcon |
| By Jessi Kaur |
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Title: The Royal Falcon
Written by: Jessi Kaur
Illustrated by: Pammy Kapoor
Edited by: Harsharan Kaur |
Summary:
Eight year old Arjan suspects his class mate of stealing his special pencil. In a magical moment, Guru Gobind Singh ji’s falcon comes alive to help him. Will Arjan get his pencil back? Why does the royal falcon take him back in time to 1705 to witness Guru ji’s court in session? Join Arjan and Khushi, the falcon, in an exciting tale of adventure and friendship. Read More... |
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