Waheeds historical fiction novels, the azadi series, book i. Farzana is one of cbc books ten canadian women writers you need to read now and the recipient of the writers trust of canadas dayne ogilvie grant. Hindi main translator going round the bend on the qe2. The second book rabbanis doctor margarets sea chest, 2014 azadi series follows the adventures and tribulations of an american female doctor in 1850s india. Waheed rabbani grimsby, ontario, canada professional. Doctor margarets sea chest is the first book in a sprawling epic trilogy by waheed rabbani.
This novel won the bronze award in the 2018 global ebooks awards competition. Waheeds first novel, doctor margarets seachest is book i of a trilogy of historical fiction, set during indias struggle for freedom from the raj. Doctor margarets sea chest by waheed rabbani freebie historical fiction rating. Ebook descriptionbook i of a trilogy covering india s freedom from the british raj in, doctor margaret s sea chest, containing her diaries, is discovered in a hospital in delhi margaret, born in new jersey, marries her canadian cousin they serve in the crimean war there they have to face not only hardships of battles, but also other conflicts.
Today im welcoming waheed rabbani to my series of author interviews. Feb 14, 2009 waheed rabbani s historical fiction the azadi series, book1 doctor margaret s sea chest won an honorable mention award, and book2 doctor margaret in delhi a bronze award, in the global ebook awards competition. Doctor margarets sea chest by waheed rabbani nook book. The second volume in waheed rabbanis azadi series following doctor margarets sea chest continues the adventures and life story of canadian doctor margaret wallace, as composed for the reader by doctor wallidad sharif, who is writing her story in 1967 and whos ancestor, sharif khan, is a character in the novel. Doctor margaret in delhi by waheed rabbani nook book. Waheed rabbanis historical fiction the azadi series, book1 doctor margarets sea chest won an honorable mention award, and book2 doctor margaret in. Sep 03, 2019 doctor margarets sea chest by waheed rabbani freebie historical fiction rating. Waheed rabbani was born in india, near delhi, and was introduced to victorian and other english novels, at a very young age, in his father s library. This historical fiction novel continues with margarets journey from the.
Doctor margarets sea chest by waheed rabbani goodreads. Doctor margarets sea chest audiobook by waheed rabbani. John william whitten is a wonderful translator that any author would be proud to team up with. Ebook descriptionbook i of a trilogy covering india s freedom from the british raj in, doctor margaret s sea chest, containing her diaries, is discovered in a hospital in delhi margaret, born in new jersey, marries her canadian cousin they serve in the crimean war there they have to face not only hardships of battles, but also other. Book i doctor margaret s sea chest won an honorable mention award, and book 2 doctor margaret in delhi a bronze award in the global ebooks awards competition. Waheed rabbani s historical fiction the azadi series, book1 doctor margaret s sea chest won an honorable mention award, and book2 doctor margaret in delhi a bronze award, in the global ebook awards competition. Most of the large number of volumes had been purchased by his father at garage sales held, by departing british civil service officers, in the last days of the raj. In 1965, a sea chest of more than a hundred years old is discovered in the storage room of a hospital in delhi. The farther i walk, the closer i get to me by hong mei.
Waheed is the author of doctor margarets sea chest, the first book in. In 1965, a century old sea chest is discovered in a hospital in delhi. Apr 25, 2010 waheed rabbani s historical fiction the azadi series, book1 doctor margaret s sea chest won an honorable mention award, and book2 doctor margaret in delhi a bronze award, in the global ebook awards competition. Please join waheed rabbani as he tours the blogosphere for doctor margaret in delhi, book two in the azadi series, from july 631. Doctor margarets sea chest ebook by waheed rabbani. Doctor margaret in delhi waheed rabbani 1230002243276. Doctor margaret in delhi book 2 of the azadi series. Doctor margaret in delhi is book 2 of the azadi series and a sequel to, book 1. Honorable mentions are awarded to those ebooks that received high scores from the judges but werent high enough to make finalist, often because there were many entries in that category. Book i of a trilogy covering india s freedom struggle from the british raj. Waheed ghulam rabbani sep 20, 2014 azadi ki khoj hindi edition by j.
Fiction about the author waheed rabbanis the azadi series. Historical fiction formats your ebook is available in. But the story always returns to the themes of freedomnational, personal, and gender. Doctor margaret in delhi ebook king county library. Waheed rabbanis historical fiction the azadi series, book1 doctor margarets sea chest won an honorable mention award, and book2 doctor margaret in delhi a bronze award, in the global ebook awards competition.
Margaret will stay with me for the rest of my life. Its believed to be that of an american doctor named margaret. Book i doctor margaret s sea chest won an honorable mention award, and book2 doctor margaret in delhi a bronze award in the global ebooks awards competition. Doctor margarets sea chest summary doctor margarets sea chest is book i of a trilogy of historical fiction set during indias struggle for freedomazadifrom the raj.
This historical fiction novel continues with margarets journey from the time she and her canadian husband participated in the 1854 crimean war. It continues her journey from canada via the crimea to india, and presents a colourful and varied picture of indian life of that time, mostly in the delhi area. Doctor margarets sea chest is book i of the azadi trilogy. Dr margaret in delhi is the second book in waheed rabbani s series the first being dr margaret s sea chest. Secrets of hawking manor is the story of the fictional carstairs family masters of the fictional hawking manor, a beautiful estate boasting much land, many gentry and. This series of historical fiction novels is set during indias struggle for. In 1965, doctor margaret s sea chest, containing her diaries, is discovered in a hospital in delhi. Audiobooks are also available on amazon, ibooks, other online stores and. Waheed rabbani was born in india, close to delhi, and was introduced to victorian and other english novels, at a very young age, in his fathers library.
The azadi series box set books 1 and 2 by waheed rabbani. The struggle for independence from the british raj, which lasted from 1857 to 1947, is still very dear to the hearts of all indians. The azadi series box set books 1 and 2 by waheed rabbani an american lady doctor travels to india and gets involved in the 1857 rebellion the 1857 indian sepoy mutiny was not a part of the great game, is the opinion of most notable historians. Book 1 of the azadi series by waheed rabbani genre. Yet this debut novel throws a new spot light on some of the glossed over events, which took place over a century and half ago in the hot and. Dr margaret in delhi is the second book in waheed rabbanis series the first being dr margarets sea chest. An enjoyable and interesting journey begins in 1965 with a sea chest of more than 100 years in age.
Margaret, despite facing tremendous obstacles, is one of the first american women doctors to graduate in 1850. The story is wide and vast, and covers so much in history as depicted in margaret s diary located in the sea chest. Most of the large number of volumes had been purchased by his father at garage sales held, by departing. Sharif, also an american doctor, is entrusted with the task of locating the mysterious womans relatives and returning her trunk.
Book 2 of the azadi series by waheed rabbani an americancanadian lady doctor goes to india and gets involved in the 1857 indian rebellionmutiny. Waheed is the author of doctor margarets sea chest, the first book in a historical fiction trilogy elizabeth. An american doctor, sharif, is entrusted with the task of locating and returning the trunk to the owners relatives. American doctor margarets sea chest is discovered in a hospital in delhi. About the author waheed rabbani s the azadi series. Waheed rabbani author of doctor margarets sea chest. King of warsaw by szczepan twardoch, translated by sean gasper bye. Azadi meaning and origin of the name azadi nameaning. Doctor margarets sea chest by waheed rabbani book read. This historical fiction novel continues with margaret s journey from the time she and her canadian husband participated in the 1854 crimean war. Dec 01, 2008 doctor margaret s sea chest is the first book in a sprawling epic trilogy by waheed rabbani. Book i of the azadi series of historical fiction set du.
Farzana doctor is the author of stealing nasreen, all inclusive, and six metres of pavement, which won the 2012 lambda literary award and was shortlisted for the toronto book award. Book i of a trilogy covering indias freedom struggle from the british raj. The coffer contains her diaries and other artifacts. Read doctor margaret s sea chest by waheed rabbani available from rakuten kobo. Hfvbt presents waheed rabbanis doctor margaret in delhi blog.
I couldnt put the book down and thought it was funny how andras mother kept. Review of doctor margarets sea chest 9781849231770. Doctor margarets sea chest by waheed rabbani overdrive. Hfvbt presents waheed rabbanis doctor margaret in delhi.
This historical fiction novel continues with margaret s journey from the time she and her. Waheed rabbani was born in india, near delhi, and was introduced to victorian and other english novels, at a very young age, in his fathers library. There they have to face not only hardships of battles, but also other conflicts, before margaret can continue on her journey to india. Doctor margarets sea chest audio book by waheed rabbani.
He was asked to return a sea chest found in the basement of the delhi hospital that belonged to a pioneering 19thcentury american female. The books weave a tale of international intrigue, conflict, and poignant love between interesting characters of that era. The story is wide and vast, and covers so much in history as depicted in margarets diary located in the sea chest. Yet this debut novel throws a new spot light on some of the glossed over events, which. Doctor margarets sea chest is book i of a trilogy of historical fiction set during indias struggle for freedomazadifrom the raj. Smashwords about waheed rabbani, author of the azadi. Doctor margaret s sea chest is the first book in a sprawling epic trilogy by waheed rabbani. Rabbanis polished and effortless narrative voice is a pleasure to experience. Doctor margaret travels alone to india to be with her parents at the american presbyterian. Can you tell us a little about doctor margarets sea chest. Fresh from johns hopkins in north america, walli started practicing at a hospital in delhi.
Jul 04, 2009 doctor margarets sea chest is the first book in a sprawling epic trilogy by waheed rabbani. Doctor margarets sea chest audiobook waheed rabbani. This series of historical fiction novels is set during indias struggle for freedomazadifrom the british raj. Waheed rabbani s doctor margaret in delhi, book 2 of the azadi series and sequel to doctor margaret s sea chest, is a refreshing return to quality, mainstream literary fiction. One of the joys of delving into a thick historical novel is the exposure to numerous period details, and in this book the author presents them in settings unfamiliar to many western readers. Waheed rabbani audio books, best sellers, author bio. Margaret, born in new jersey, marries her canadian cousin.
Doctor margaret in delhi ebook king county library system. Doctor margaret in delhi by waheed rabbani nook book ebook. Read doctor margarets sea chest by waheed rabbani available from rakuten kobo. Waheed rabbani is the author of doctor margarets sea chest, the book i of his the azadi trilogy. Download one of the free kindle apps to start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, and computer. Doctor margaret in delhi by waheed rabbani overdrive. Doctor margarets sea chest the azadi waheed rabbani on. One year to go everywhere and eat everything by simon majumdar. The story in this debut novel spans over a hundred years and half the world. The books weave a tale of international intrigue, conflict, and poignant love between interesting. Eyewitness in the crimea by michael hargreave mawson. In 1965, doctor margarets sea chest, containing her diaries, is discovered in a hospital in delhi. Book i doctor margarets sea chest won an honorable mention award, and book2 doctor margaret in delhi a bronze award in the global ebooks awards competition. Doctor margarets sea chest, an ebook by waheed rabbani.
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