{"product_id":"the-unfinished-quest-indias-search-for-major-power-status-from-nehru-to-modi","title":"Bhagmati: Why Hyderabad's Lost Queen Is the Soul of the City","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height:1.8; color:#333; max-width:900px; margin:auto;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"background:#6A1B9A; color:#FFFFFF; padding:15px 20px; border-radius:8px; text-align:center; margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n    Bhagmati: The Love Story Behind Hyderabad\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"background:#2E7D32; color:#FFFFFF; padding:12px 18px; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n    📖 About the Book\n  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eBhagmati: The Love Story Behind Hyderabad\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the fascinating\n    history of the city of Hyderabad and the legendary love story that lies at its\n    foundation.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Set in \u003cstrong\u003esixteenth-century India\u003c\/strong\u003e, during the reign of the\n    \u003cstrong\u003eQutb Shahi dynasty\u003c\/strong\u003e of the Golconda Sultanate, this book brings\n    alive an era of grandeur, political intrigue, cultural revival and artistic\n    brilliance.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    At the heart of the story is the extraordinary romance between\n    \u003cstrong\u003eMohammed Quli Qutb Shah\u003c\/strong\u003e, the celebrated poet-king of Golconda,\n    and \u003cstrong\u003eBhagmati\u003c\/strong\u003e, a Hindu devadasi from Chinchlam. Their love story\n    has inspired generations and remains closely linked with the origins of Hyderabad.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Legend says that when Quli Qutb Shah saw Bhagmati dancing at the\n    \u003cstrong\u003eNagamalleswara Temple\u003c\/strong\u003e, he was captivated by her beauty and grace.\n    Their bond grew stronger despite social barriers, and his determination to be with\n    her even led him to cross the dangerous, flooded Musi River.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Their love is believed to have inspired the creation of a new city, eventually\n    known as \u003cstrong\u003eHyderabad\u003c\/strong\u003e. From the construction of the historic\n    \u003cstrong\u003ePurana Pul bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e to the legends surrounding\n    \u003cstrong\u003eBhagnagar\u003c\/strong\u003e, this book explores how romance, history and culture\n    came together to shape one of India's most iconic cities.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Based on extensive research and the author's deep connection with Hyderabad and\n    poetry, this book celebrates not only the mysterious figure of Bhagmati but also\n    the enduring spirit and cultural identity of the city.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"background:#1565C0; color:#FFFFFF; padding:12px 18px; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n    ✨ Key Highlights\n  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA captivating account of Hyderabad’s origins and cultural history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe legendary romance of Mohammed Quli Qutb Shah and Bhagmati.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA blend of history, poetry, mythology and human emotions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInsights into the Qutb Shahi era and the grandeur of Golconda.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA fascinating read for history lovers and admirers of timeless love stories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"background:#8E24AA; color:#FFFFFF; padding:12px 18px; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n    ✍️ About the Author\n  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eMoupia Basu\u003c\/strong\u003e grew up in Delhi during the 1970s and 1980s. She\n    studied English Literature at the \u003cstrong\u003eUniversity of Delhi\u003c\/strong\u003e and has\n    worked as a journalist with some of India's leading publications.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    A passionate traveller and cultural explorer, she has journeyed extensively across\n    India, discovering its diverse heritage, traditions and social landscapes. Her\n    writing reflects her deep interest in history, literature and human stories.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    She is the author of \u003cstrong\u003eKhoka\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eThe Queen's Last Salute\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    and \u003cstrong\u003eAnarkali and Salim: A Retelling of Mughal-e-Azam\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n    She currently lives in Pune.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"background:#F57C00; color:#FFFFFF; padding:12px 18px; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n    📚 Why Read This Book?\n  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eBhagmati: The Love Story Behind Hyderabad\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beautifully\n    researched journey into history, romance and the making of a legendary city.\n    It brings together the power of love, the richness of Indian heritage and the\n    timeless stories that continue to shape Hyderabad’s identity.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Westland Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45498975584365,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/0445\/7069\/files\/71zBkIqDPVL._SL1500_ba842d00-0a62-41ee-b9be-a4b3f13168b7.jpg?v=1784913314","url":"https:\/\/the99books.in\/products\/the-unfinished-quest-indias-search-for-major-power-status-from-nehru-to-modi","provider":"The 99 Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}