This book, one of a trilogy of historical novels of the author , is considered CV's magnum opus, and is a kind of historical romance. The story of the novel revolves round the state of Travancore, well-governed by its great ruler Rama Varma Raja, ably assisted by his Diwan. It is under threat of an invasion by Tipu sultan and by the treacherous activities of its own subjects. The story could be that of any historical novel, but it is in the creation of ...
