Daughters of Destiny

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Daughters of Destiny

by L. Frank (Lyman Frank) Baum

EN·~4 hours

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Description

A determined young prince from the rugged lands of Baluchistan arrives in London, seeking the aid of a shrewd English financier to reclaim his ancestral throne. The opening scene sparks a clash of cultures, as Prince Kasam’s prideful heritage meets the polished world of high finance, revealing both the hidden wealth of his people and the political turmoil that forced him into exile.

Through witty dialogue and vivid descriptions, the story paints a picture of a desert kingdom on the brink of upheaval, with ancient jewels, rival khans, and a secretive monastery holding a potential heir. As Kasam outlines a daring plan to fund an army of Afghan mercenaries, listeners are drawn into a web of ambition, loyalty, and the delicate balance between East and West.

The narrative promises a rich blend of historical intrigue and personal drama, inviting listeners to follow a charismatic outsider as he navigates foreign courts, negotiates dangerous alliances, and strives to restore a lineage thought lost.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (281K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Mary Glenn Krause, Chuck Greif, MFR, The University of Louisiana at Lafayette and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2017-04-12

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

L. Frank (Lyman Frank) Baum

L. Frank (Lyman Frank) Baum

1856–1919

Best known for creating the magical world of Oz, this American writer mixed fairy-tale wonder with humor, adventure, and a very modern sense of imagination. His stories have delighted children for generations and helped shape fantasy as we know it.

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