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About The Book: "The Adventures of Akbar" by Flora Annie Steel, published in 1913, is a historical novel aimed at young readers, exploring the early years of Akbar, the future great Mughal Emperor of India. Set in the 16th century, the narrative follows young Akbar, portrayed as an exceptionally wise and brave child, through a series of adventures that highlight his destined greatness and leadership qualities. The novel uses these adventures to teach important values such as courage, intelligence, and justice, while also providing a vivid portrayal of Indian history and culture. Steel's work presents a Western perspective on an Eastern story, making it an accessible and educational read for children interested in history and the complexities of leadership. About The Author: Flora Annie Steel (1847-1929) was an English writer known for her portrayal of British colonial life in India. Living in India for 22 years, her work often critically examined the dynamics between British colonizers and Indian subjects. Steel wrote novels, short stories, and books on Indian cookery, with her most famous novel, "On the Face of the Waters" (1896), depicting the 1857 Indian Rebellion. Her writings offer valuable insights into colonial society and the complexities of intercultural relations during the British Raj. The Title 'The Adventures of Akbar written/authored/edited by Flora Annie Steel, Illustrator: Byam Shaw', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362804983 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 236 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Juvenile Fiction. Size of the book is 2.34 x 10.59 cms Vol: