Author: Manohar Malgonkar
Publisher: Roli Books
Year: 1996
Language: English
Pages: 168
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8174360085
Description
Here are some amusing vignettes about eminent personalities from the distinct wolds of the royalty, the army, business, writers, and publishers.
A card game is in progress at the palace of the Maharaja of Dewas. Among the players is E M Forster. ' Cigarette, dear Morgan?' the Maharaja holds out his case. ' Thanks, dear Maharaja.' An ADC lights up Mr. Forster's cigarette. After a couple of puffs, it blows up in his face with a bang because of the pataka inserted into it, Wild laughter. ' After all, Morgan it is April Fool's Day,' the Maharaja explains. 'Such a fascinating English custom.'
Put together, these episodes present a flavor of an era past and the lingering charm of the Raj.
Contents
Preface
Duet in Grace
Indian English
A Memorable Luncheon
A Man with no Address
Close to the Limelight
Living by the Pen
Inspired Talent-Spotter
A Richer Texture
Lion Snarling
Angels of a Doggy World
Officer and Gentleman
Third Baronet
Minnie : A Woman who never was
Wreath for a Maharaja
After Kipling, who?
A Postscript
Glamorous People
Meeting John Masters
Snake Party
Art on a Shoestring
Tiger, Tiger
Gurus and others
A Literary Debt
Dr Fell and his Detractors
A Dealer in Gems