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White Mughals

Love and Betrayal in Eighteenth-Century India

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Set against the backdrop of 18th-century India, the story follows James Achilles Kirkpatrick, a British Resident at the Nizam's court, who falls deeply in love with Khair un-Nissa, a noblewoman bound by cultural and religious constraints. Their passionate romance defies societal norms, leading Kirkpatrick to convert to Islam and navigate treacherous political landscapes, including becoming a double-agent. This tale explores themes of love, identity, and the clash of cultures, ultimately revealing the tragic consequences of their forbidden relationship.

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White Mughals, William Dalrymple

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