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House of the Tiger King : The Quest for a Lost City

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Tahir Shah
Tahir Shah

Tahir Shah is a British author known for his fantasy novels. Born on November 16, 1966, he spent his childhood in Morocco. Shah's works often blend culture, adventure, and fantasy elements, which have won him a wide audience. more

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