Kaye has written a number of detective novels, but is known for her highly successful historical novels, including the bestselling the far pavilions, her first book, and shadow of the moon. This sweeping epic set in 19thcentury india begins in the foothills of the towering himalayas and follows a young indianborn orphan as hes raised in. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes. What i hadnt realised first time around is that at least two of the characters are drawn from life, the indirect descendant of one of them became m. Photographs from the authors albums, colour photography of the settings of. Have just finished rereading the far pavilions after a thirty year gap.
Kayes masterwork is a vast, rich and vibrant tapestry of love and war that ranks with the greatest panoramic sagas of modern fiction, moving the famed literary critic edmond fuller to write. Kaye, david larkin and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. There are many parallels between this novel and rudyard kiplings kim that was published in 1900. Were miss kaye to produce no other book, the far pavilions might stand. One of the bbcs 100 novels that shaped the world the far pavilions is the story of an english man ashton pelhammartyn brought up as a hindu. Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and. Kaye, quote from the far pavilions if a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer.
With ben cross, amy irving, christopher lee, robert hardy. In the far pavilions, kaye takes the reader on a long, winding voyage through various scenes of india, where the little details, often missed or cast aside, are unapologetically highlighted. A magnificent romantichistoricaladventure novel set in india at the time of mutiny. Kaye won worldwide fame for the far pavilions, which became a bestseller on publication in 1978. A grand, romantic adventure story paul scott the far pavilions is the story of an englishman ashton pelhammartyn brought up as a hindu. Story of forbidden love in 1800s india set against the revolution for indias freedom from england.
It is the story of his passionate, but dangerous love for juli, an indian princess. There are many parts that absolutely gripped me but the whole thing seemed. Taken from the promotion pack for the television adaptation of the far pavilions 1983. Kaye is known worldwide for her bestselling historical novels the far pavilions and shadow of the moon both of which are published in penguin, and trade wind. Were miss kaye to produce no other book, the far pavilions. Mary margaret mollie kaye 21 august 1908 29 january 2004 was a british writer.
Kaye when it was first published in 1978 and have since read it a few timesits become one of my favorite books ever. She was born on august 21st, 1908 in india to margaret sarah bryson and her husband, sir cecil kaye. The far pavilions is a story of 19th century india, when the thin patina of english rule held down dangerously turbulent undercurrents. The far pavilions has its roots entrenched in the second afghan war, something i knew nothing about before reading this book. Apr 16, 2010 the term sweeping epic is used so often its become a cliche, but its actually an accurate description of the far pavilions. It is the story of divided loyalties, of friendship that endures till death, of high adventure and of the clash between east and. The first edition of the novel was published in 1978, and was written by m. When the far pavilions was first published 19 years ago, it moved the critic edmund fuller to write this. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed. Kaye wrote her first historical novel shadow of the moon which was published in 1957, and her second book in the same category trade wind was published in 1963 and was inspired by the authors visit in. Were miss kaye to produce no other book, the far pavilions might stand as a lasting accomplishment in a single work comparable to margaret mitchell. We all remember certain sweeping novels we hated to see come to an end.
She is also the author of a series of mysteries, the bestselling trade wind and shadow of the moon, as well as a three volume autobiography. Her grandfather, father, brother and husband all served the raj. The far pavilions is an epic novel of britishindian history by m. Photographs from the authors albums, colour photography of the settings of the story as they are today, contemporary illustrations and paintings many by m. Were miss kaye to produce no other book, the far pavilions might stand as a lasting accomplishment in a single work comparable to margaret mitchells achievement in gone with the wind. Were miss kaye to produce no other book, the far pavilions might stand as a lasting. Kaye, 9780241953020, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Were miss kaye to produce no other book, the far pavilions might stand as a lasting accomplishment in a single work comparable to margaret mitchells achievement in gond with the wind. Kaye have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you. When the far pavilions was first published nineteen years ago, it moved the critic edmund fuller to write this.
The far pavilions is the story of an english man ashton. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 958 pages and is available in paperback format. To most, these details would serve no purpose but to add to the overall word count. Were miss kaye to produce no other book, the far pavilions might stand as a lasting accomplishment. Kaye takes us on a journey across 19th century india and. What i hadnt realised first time around is that at least two of the characters are drawn from life, the indirect descendant of one of. The far pavilions is itself a himalayan achievement, a book we hate to see come to an end.
It is a passionate, triumphant story that excites us, fills us with joy. Kaye was a british author who was born in india and spent much of her childhood and adult life there. Mm kaye wrote a good book, i have loved and shared it with many others, but this shortened version is not worth it. Kayes shadow of the moon is almost, but not quite, as good. Kaye won worldwide fame for the far pavilions, which became a bestseller. Now and again a ripple from the faroff storm would lap against even such remote fastnesses as these, and they would hear stories of wounded and starving sahiblog hiding in the jungle or among the.
Kaye s masterwork is a vast, rich and vibrant tapestry of love and war that ranks with the greatest panoramic sagas of modern fiction, moving the famed literary critic edmond fuller to write. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Kaye takes us on a journey across 19th century india and afghanistan, during which we witness some of the major turning points in the history of those two countries. She became world famous with the publication of her monumental bestseller the far pavilions. The main characters of this historical, historical fiction story are. Kaye was the least critically respected contributor although scott yelled the cavalry shabash. She became world famous with the publication of her monumental bestseller the far. Full text of m m kaye the far pavilions book fi see other formats. I loved the book, but this is just bad, the story jumps, and misses a lot.
Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the far pavilions. Kaye 19082004 was born and grew up in simla, india. A magnificent romantichistoricaladventure novel set in india. Kayes masterwork is a vast, rich and vibrant tapestry of love and war that ranks with the greatest panoramic sagas of modern fiction, moving the famed literary critic edmond fuller to. The far pavilions is a story of 19th century india, when the thin patina of. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the us or from the uk, depending on stock availability. Common sense will nearly always stand you in better stead than a slavish adherence to the conventions. For me the find of the year was the far pavilions harry secombe a triumph spectator magnificent not one of its 950 pages is a page too much evening standard about the author m. This is an epic novel of ashton pelhammartyn, an english officer, during the british raj period in india, who falls in love with anjuli, a halfcaste hindu princess. In this book the thousands of readers of the novel the far pavilions can now share the visual splendour that inspired the book. Now and again a ripple from the far off storm would lap against even such remote fastnesses as these, and they would hear stories of wounded and starving sahiblog hiding in the jungle or among the rocks, and creeping out to beg food from the meanest passer by. There are many parts that absolutely gripped me but the whole thing seemed a bit too long and dragged somewhat in between these sections. Kaye was born in india and spent most of her childhood and much of her early married life in that country. A sweeping story of india during the raj, the far pavilions was an immediate bestseller when.
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