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Moon Queen by Katharine Branning (2014, Trade Paperback)
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Mahperi the Moon Queen survived in a competitive court ruled by both love and hate in an era of builders and destroyers.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherParamus Publishing
ISBN-10193529525X
ISBN-139781935295259
eBay Product ID (ePID)15038498164
Product Key Features
Book TitleMoon Queen
Number of Pages536 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2014
TopicGeneral, Historical
GenreFiction
AuthorKatharine Branning
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.4 in
Item Weight21.2 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2014-005986
Reviews13th century Turkey: The Sultana Mahperi was born Maryam, and given in marriage as a peace concession from her father, the conquered king of Armenia to the Sultan of the Seljuk Empire. During her lifetime as wife and mother to sultans, she built mosques and caravan stops to develop important trade routes. Those sites' fabulous architecture captivated the author and inspired this novel, but it is not enough to sustain the story.Mahperi's husband, the Sultan Alaeddin, cuts a dramatic, if overblown, figure early on, at least until he takes a second wife he likes better. This betrayal and countless others might have made for a good romantic tragedy, except that there is no personal growth in Mahperi's victimization, only despair and architectural projects. These are described in exhausting detail; the most passionately told passages are those where the Sultana is closeted with her architects, discussing which direction the entrance of a compound should face and where exactly to site the warehouses. Meanwhile, the Mongols chip away at the edges of the empire. She is powerless to stop an evil courtier from manipulating her husband to ruin and corrupting her son, and Mahperi fades to obscurity. Only her buildings survive; one of these even narrates several passages between chapters. Of possible interest to those interested in early Turkish architecture., A delightful surprise is in store for readers who love being in touch with history in a visceral way through its most vibrant, sometimes outlandish personalities. Moon Queen, Katharine Branning's latest, is set in Turkey, as was her earlier Yes, I Would Love Another Glass of Tea, though during an entirely different time period. This time, we are introduced to Mahperi, wife and mother of sultans in the 13th Century, a woman whose accomplishments would remain unknown to most of us without Ms. Branning's deep research into unusual sources. The novel treats us to intrigues worthy of the Borgias and plunges us into a historical moment that fascinates, while also allowing us to feel that we are relating to flesh and blood persons. Don't try for aesthetic distance while reading this novel. Just immerse yourself in its lusciousness. A book such as Moon Queen does much to dispel oversimplifications by introducing us to a deep and vast old culture, thereby increasing our understanding of that culture in the present. Though Branning does not make a claim to total historical accuracy, she contributes immeasurably to our own pleasure in experiencing this exquisite moment in time and space. Branning made me want to eat those meals, touch those fabrics, see those old stones, be present in 13th Century Turkey., A delightful surprise is in store for readers who love being in touch with history in a visceral way through its most vibrant, sometimes outlandish personalities. Moon Queen, Katharine Branning's latest, is set in Turkey, as was her earlier Yes, I Would Love Another Glass of Tea, though during an entirely different time period. This time, we are introduced to Mahperi, wife and mother of sultans in the 13th Century, a woman whose accomplishments would remain unknown to most of us without Ms. Branning's deep research into unusual sources. The novel treats us to intrigues worthy of the Borgias and plunges us into a historical moment that fascinates, while also allowing us to feel that we are relating to flesh and blood persons. Don't try for aesthetic distance while reading this novel. Just immerse yourself in its lusciousness. A book such as Moon Queen does much to dispel oversimplifications by introducing us to a deep and vast old culture, thereby increasing our understanding of that culture in the present. Though Branning does not make a claim to total historical accuracy, she contributes immeasurably to our own pleasure in experiencing this exquisite moment in time and space. Branning made me want to eat those meals, touch those fabrics, see those old stones, be present in 13th Century Turkey. -- Dr. Joanna Dezio, Montclair State University 13th century Turkey: The Sultana Mahperi was born Maryam, during her lifetime as wife and mother to sultans, she built mosques and caravan stops to develop important trade routes. Those sites' fabulous architecture inspired this novel... -- Richard Bourgeois Historical Novel Society, HNR Issue 70 (November 2014), 13th century Turkey: The Sultana Mahperi was born Maryam, during her lifetime as wife and mother to sultans, she built mosques and caravan stops to develop important trade routes. Those sites' fabulous architecture inspired this novel...
SynopsisMahperi the Moon Queen survived in a competitive court ruled by both love and hate in an era of builders and destroyers. Armed with intelligence and determination, she courageously weathered power struggles with male and female rivals, wars with the Mongols, intrigue at the court, and ultimate betrayal to become one of the most influential figures in the empire. Inspired by true events and people, Moon Queen weaves a bright carpet of inspiration, by turns inspiring and heartbreaking, providing a new perspective on one of the most glorious periods of Turkish history., Mahperi, wife and mother of sultans, is at the centre of this saga which unfolds amidst the turbulent backdrop of the 13th century Seljuk Empire of Turkey. Mahperi the Moon Queen shone as brightly as the moon she was named for, surviving with dignity in a competitive court ruled by both love and hate in an era of builders and destroyers. Armed ......, Mahperi, wife and mother of sultans, is at the centre of this saga which unfolds amidst the turbulent backdrop of the 13th century Seljuk Empire of Turkey. Mahperi the Moon Queen shone as brightly as the moon she was named for, surviving with dignity in a competitive court ruled by both love and hate in an era of builders and destroyers. Armed with intelligence and determination, she courageously weathered power struggles with male and female rivals, wars with the Mongols, intrigue at the court and ultimate betrayal to become one of the most influential figures in the Empire. Hers is the story of a woman who dreamed to build and leave a legacy in stone, alongside enlightened Sufis and gifted craftsmen. It is the portrait of love yearned, earned and lost. Inspired by true events and people, Moon Queen weaves a bright carpet of inspiration, by turns harrowing and heartbreaking, providing a new perspective on one of the most glorious periods of Turkish history.
LC Classification NumberPS3602.R36496M66
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