Tiger and the Ruby
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Tiger and the Ruby
Narrated by:
Sumit Kaul
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Sumit Kaul
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Keif Hilsbery
A century-and-a-half later, Kief Hillsbery, Nigel's nephew many times removed, sets out to unravel the mystery. Tracing his ancestor's journey across the subcontinent, his quest takes him from Lahore to Calcutta, and finally to the palaces of Kathmandu. What emerges is an unexpected personal chapter in the history of the British Empire in India.
Critic reviews
A fascinating and very surprising read. (Financial Times)
There are travellers who can't write and writers who can't travel. Fortunately for his readers, Kief Hillsbery can do both. Part travelogue, part family memoir, The Tiger and the Ruby is a fine and moving tale, sensitively explored and beautifully written. (Justin Marozzi)
A unique take on the social history of British India. (Who Do You Think You Are)
A moving and enjoyable read. (Geographical)
Great details abound, both from historical accounts and from Hillsbery's own trips . . . Marvellous insights into the British in India . . . This has a narrative sweep reminiscent of Christopher Hibbert's social histories. (Booklist, starred review)
An absorbing story, told with an eye for suspense and the odd, engrossing detail. (Shelf Awareness)
A compelling microhistory, personal memoir, and incredibly vivid account. (Library Journal)
There are travellers who can't write and writers who can't travel. Fortunately for his readers, Kief Hillsbery can do both. Part travelogue, part family memoir, The Tiger and the Ruby is a fine and moving tale, sensitively explored and beautifully written. (Justin Marozzi)
A unique take on the social history of British India. (Who Do You Think You Are)
A moving and enjoyable read. (Geographical)
Great details abound, both from historical accounts and from Hillsbery's own trips . . . Marvellous insights into the British in India . . . This has a narrative sweep reminiscent of Christopher Hibbert's social histories. (Booklist, starred review)
An absorbing story, told with an eye for suspense and the odd, engrossing detail. (Shelf Awareness)
A compelling microhistory, personal memoir, and incredibly vivid account. (Library Journal)
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