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Indian History records more than 1000 years of a long and rich past. It can be broadly divided into the Ancient, Medieval and Modern periods. India has witnessed many changes in rulers and dynasties. Right from Greeks, Turks, Mughals and British, all have from time to time inhabited the Indian soil. Then there are the native dynasties of the Aryans, Rajputs, Marathas, Chalukyas, Pallavas, Guptas, Mauryas and many others. All such dynasties have left their marks on Indian History making it an intricate and interesting account.
Indian Historical Fiction Books are an attempt to make the study of history more interesting. The titles of some such books are as follows:
- The Curse of the Monk by J.J. Nandi
- The Bequest by J.J. Nandi
It tells the story of a famous freedom fighter.
- Ajanta by E. Theodore King
It is a story about the creation of the historical wall paintings in the caves of
Ajanta.
- Kala Pahar by E. Theodore King
It is an interesting social and religious novel related to medieval period
of Indian history.
- Amrapalli by E. Theodore King
It is a story about the life of a courtesan from ancient Vaishali.
- Sayyad by K.N. Ramchandran
It is an interesting description of the Maratha reign.
- Razia by K.N. Dutt
It is a play about Razia Sultana, who made her political career in a male dominated society and sat on the throne of the Delhi Sultanate.
Indian history is vast, both in terms of years and events. History books cover all of it but if you want to read history as fascinating stories then read Indian Historical Fiction Books.
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