THE PRINCESS AND THE POLITICAL AGENT (TRANSLATED FROM THE MANIPURI BY L. SOMI ROY)

This review examines Binodini’s historical fiction novel, The Princess and the Political Agent, which follows the life of Sanatombi, a charismatic Manipuri princess. Set during periods of war and political upheaval, the story explores her personal struggles and her controversial relationship with the political agent, Maxwell. The reviewer praises the book for its intimate, culturally rich depiction of Manipur’s royal history and heritage.