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title: "The Ivory Throne: Chronicles of the House of Travancore"
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# Focus on the last queen of Travancore Extensively researched historical epic Top-rated, must-read bestseller The Ivory Throne: Chronicles of the House of Travancore

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> 👑 Unlock the secrets of empire and royalty with The Ivory Throne!

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## Key Features

- • **Join thousands of history buffs:** 4.5-star rated with over 1,800 reviews—don’t miss out on this cultural phenomenon.
- • **Dive into a vivid political saga:** Experience the turbulent rise of Travancore through masterful storytelling.
- • **Meet history’s forgotten queen:** Discover Sethu Lakshmi Bayi’s powerful legacy in a male-dominated era.
- • **Premium quality print for collectors:** Enjoy a beautifully crafted book that stands out on your shelf.
- • **Unravel a world of intrigue and drama:** From royal feuds to black magic, every page pulses with suspense.

## Overview

The Ivory Throne: Chronicles of the House of Travancore is a meticulously researched historical narrative by Manu S. Pillai, exploring the political upheavals and dynastic drama of Travancore from Vasco da Gama’s arrival to Indian Independence. Praised for its vivid storytelling and rich detail, this Harper Collins India bestseller offers a compelling look at the last queen’s reign and the complex world of 18th-20th century Kerala.

## Description

In 1498, when Vasco da Gama set foot in Kerala looking for Christians and spices, he unleashed a wave of political fury that would topple local powers like a house of cards. The cosmopolitan fabric of a vibrant trading society - with its Jewish and Arab merchants, Chinese pirate heroes and masterful Hindu Zamorins - was ripped apart, heralding an age of violence and bloodshed. One prince, however, emerged triumphant from this descent into chaos. Shrewdly marrying Western arms to Eastern strategy, Martanda Varma consecrated the dominion of Travancore, destined to become one of the most dutiful pillars of the British Raj. What followed was two centuries of internecine conflict in one of India's premier princely states, culminating in a dynastic feud between two sisters battling to steer the fortunes of their house on the eve of Independence. Manu S. Pillai's retelling of this sprawling saga focuses on the remarkable life and work of Sethu Lakshmi Bayi, the last - and forgotten - queen of the House of Travancore. The supporting cast includes the flamboyant painter Raja Ravi Varma and his wrathful wife, scheming matriarchs of 'violent, profligate and sordid' character, wife-swapping court favourites, vigilant English agents, quarrelling consorts and lustful kings. Extensively researched and vividly rendered, The Ivory Throne conjures up a dramatic world of political intrigues and factions, black magic and conspiracies, crafty ceremonies and splendorous temple treasures, all harnessed in a tragic contest for power and authority in the age of empire.

## Features

- From Harper Collins India
- Must read book
- It is made up of premium quality material.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #974,915 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #635 in India History #28,459 in World History (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,851 Reviews |

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*Last updated: 2026-07-12*