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Jahanara: Princess of Princesses, India, 1627
Kathryn Lasky - 2002
Jahanara is the daughter of one of these ultra-rich and powerful figures, Shah Jahan The Magnificent. The oldest and favorite of his children, she is showered with emeralds, diamonds, and rubies, and is attended by numerous servants and learned tutors. Yet, her world is not one of pure contentment. It is rife with intrigue and turmoil as her father fights for his rights to rule - and she struggles against the confinement her Muslim religion dictates. Jahanara's diary allows readers to witness the exotic splendor and unforgettable drama of this past great dynasty.
The Story of My Life: An Afghan Girl on the Other Side of the Sky
Farah Ahmedi - 2005
Book by Farah Ahmedi, Tamim Ansary