Quotes from book
The Private Life of an Indian Prince

The Private Life of an Indian Prince is a novel by Mulk Raj Anand first published in 1953. The book is classified as one of Anand's most impressive and important works. In keeping with his other writings dealing with the topic of social and political reform, this book deals with the abolition of the princely states system in India. While the novel is not an autobiography, like many of his earlier novels, it follows an autobiographical tone.In 2004, a commemorative edition including this book was launched by Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.


“Please look out for the few thorns that might have got mixed up with the roses.”

Mulk Raj Anand book The Private Life of an Indian Prince

Source: The Private Life of an Indian Prince (1969), p. 72

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