Equal of the Sun

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Intrigue and loyalty in 16th century Persian court.

If you revel in the dance of political maneuvering set against a lush historical backdrop, "Equal of the Sun" might just be your next favorite read. Anita Amirrezvani weaves a compelling narrative that's as much about the strength of a remarkable woman as it is about the intricate power plays within the Persian empire. The bond between Princess Pari and her eunuch advisor Javaher is both unusual and touching, providing a human core to this vibrant tale of ambition and strategy.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Equal of the Sun

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ISBN: 9781451660470
Publisher: Scribner
Date of Publication: 2013-03-19
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Feminism
Goodreads rating: 3.75
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Iran in 1576 is a place of wealth and dazzling beauty. But when the Shah dies without having named an heir, the court is thrown into tumult. Princess Pari, the Shah’s daughter and protégée, knows more about the inner workings of the state than almost anyone, but her maneuvers to instill order after her father’s sudden death incite resentment and dissent. Pari and her closest adviser, Javaher, a eunuch able to navigate the harem as well as the world beyond the palace walls, possess an incredible tapestry of secrets that explode in a power struggle of epic proportions. Legendary women—from Anne Boleyn to Queen Elizabeth I to Mary, Queen of Scots—changed the course of history in the royal courts of England. While they are celebrated, few people know of the powerful and charismatic women in the Muslim world. Based loosely on Princess Pari Khan Khanoom, Equal of the Sun is a riveting story of political intrigue that brings one extraordinary woman to light. Anita Amirrezvani is a master storyteller, and her lustrous prose brings to life this rich and labyrinthine world with a stunning cast of characters—passionate and brave men and women who defy or embrace their destiny in a Machiavellian game played by those who lust for power and will do anything to attain it.
 

Intrigue and loyalty in 16th century Persian court.

If you revel in the dance of political maneuvering set against a lush historical backdrop, "Equal of the Sun" might just be your next favorite read. Anita Amirrezvani weaves a compelling narrative that's as much about the strength of a remarkable woman as it is about the intricate power plays within the Persian empire. The bond between Princess Pari and her eunuch advisor Javaher is both unusual and touching, providing a human core to this vibrant tale of ambition and strategy.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.