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The Miniaturist

The Miniaturist

Kunal Basu
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In the sumptuous court of the emperor Akbar, in 16th century India, a group of artists begin the painstaking task of chronicling the emperor’s life. Bihzad is the son of the chief artist and as such, he is groomed to follow in his father’s footsteps. A child prodigy, Bihzad is shielded from life as he grows up in the stunning fortress town of Agra.
But as word of his talent spreads, rumours about the wild, passionate nature of his secret drawings bring his enemies out into the open. When the young artist breaches the rules of the court, they will use his art to destroy him.

Imprint: Vintage Books

Published: Dec/2025

ISBN: 9780143469773

Length : 288 Pages

MRP : ₹399.00

The Miniaturist

Kunal Basu

In the sumptuous court of the emperor Akbar, in 16th century India, a group of artists begin the painstaking task of chronicling the emperor’s life. Bihzad is the son of the chief artist and as such, he is groomed to follow in his father’s footsteps. A child prodigy, Bihzad is shielded from life as he grows up in the stunning fortress town of Agra.
But as word of his talent spreads, rumours about the wild, passionate nature of his secret drawings bring his enemies out into the open. When the young artist breaches the rules of the court, they will use his art to destroy him.

Buying Options
Paperback / Hardback

Kunal Basu

Kunal Basu is the author of several critically acclaimed novels. His story ‘The Japanese Wife’, from his collection by the same name, has now been made into an award-winning film.

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