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Guns of the Gods: A Story of Yasmini's Youth

By Talbot Mundy

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a world of cultural complexity and political games, a unique princess must use her wit and heritage to survive.

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2004-05-01
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Summary

"Guns of the Gods: A Story of Yasmini's Youth" by Talbot Mundy is a tale set in India, focusing on the captivating Yasmini, a princess with both Rajput and Russian ancestry, who finds herself amidst intense political drama and cultural clashes. The story kicks off by introducing Yasmini's strong character and the unique situation of her youth, with the narrator sharing how he came to learn about her life, highlighting her sharp mind and dislike for those less intelligent. Yasmini's experiences reveal a blend of Eastern and Western values within her, set against the dangerous political world of Rajputana, suggesting a journey filled with power struggles, questions of identity, and the meeting of different worlds.

About the Author

Talbot Mundy was an English writer of adventure fiction. Based for most of his life in the United States, he also wrote under the pseudonym of Walter Galt. Best known as the author of King of the Khyber Rifles and the Jimgrim series, much of his work was published in pulp magazines.

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