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Adventure· India

The Princess Who Lost Her Scroll of the Dead

by Roy Pond
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
#203,635of 99,626 books
Library Journal
Published 2010English
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About This Book

When Roy Pond published The Princess Who Lost Her Scroll of the Dead in 2010, it quickly found its place in the broader tradition of adventure. A classic adventure novel, The Princess Who Lost Her Scroll of the Dead by Roy Pond (2010) has enthralled readers with its pace, plot, and vivid settings.

Book Details

AuthorRoy Pond
Published2010
Country of Origin🇮🇳 India
LanguageEnglish
Category⚔️ Adventure
Editorial Score30/100
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Country of Origin

🇮🇳 India

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Editorial Assessment

Roy Pond published The Princess Who Lost Her Scroll of the Dead in 2010, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of adventure from India. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation. With an editorial score of 30/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys. What distinguishes The Princess Who Lost Her Scroll of the Dead is how it handles its central concerns — the human condition — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it. The Princess Who Lost Her Scroll of the Dead reflects Roy Pond's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with India's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Library Journal
notable · national
201030
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About the Author
Roy Pond
India
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Roy Pond is a India author whose work in adventure has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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