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About The Book: From the Land of Princes by Gabrielle Festing and Sir George Christopher Molesworth Birdwood explores the history, culture, and traditions of Rajasthan, the land of Rajput warriors and royalty. This work vividly portrays the region's majestic forts, palaces, and its valorous heritage. Combining Festing’s narrative flair and Birdwood’s deep understanding of India, the book captures the essence of Rajasthan’s princely states, their feudal systems, and the interplay between local traditions and colonial influence, offering readers an insightful view of this historic land. About The Author: Gabrielle Festing (1850–1925) was a British historian and biographer known for her works on military history and notable historical figures. Her writings often reflected a patriotic perspective, emphasizing the valor and sacrifices of soldiers. Festing authored biographies, including John Hookham Frere and His Friends and Colonel Gordon in Central Africa, 1874–1879. She contributed significantly to Victorian literature, blending meticulous research with engaging narratives. Sir George Christopher Molesworth Birdwood (1832–1917) was an Anglo-Indian official, naturalist, and writer. He served as Bombay's first Sheriff (1846–1858), contributing significantly to natural history and colonial administration, and was honored with KCIE, CSI, and LH titles. The Title 'From the Land of Princes written/authored/edited by Gabrielle Festing and George Birdwood', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369201952 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 474 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms.