The Far Pavillions Author:M.M. Kaye Spanning twenty-five of the 19th century's most turbulent years, it is a mesmerizing story of hatred and bitter combat;of courage, cowardice and human sacrifice; of the star-crossed wedding of East and West; and above all it is a tale of love. It is the story of Ash, and Englishman who is raised as a Hindu inthe shadow of the Himalayas; of Juli... more », an Indian princess who must choose between the heritage of her people and the man she loves; of families and friendss, allies and adversaries working out their destinies while an ancient civilization rushes toward its fate. But always , from first to last, it tells of a love transcending time and place and dominating the sweep of events.« less