Of Pegs, Palaces, and the People is a collection of gripping short stories rooted in forgotten history and enduring folklore. Each tale is based on real events-reviving the legends of emperors, warriors, queens, rebels, and ordinary villagers who left an extraordinary imprint on time. From the haunting glow of Sheesh Mahal to the lost trail of the Kohinoor diamond, this book captures the myths behind monuments and the soul behind history. With storytelling grounded in meticulous research, Harshit Narang blends fact and fable into stories that are deeply human and profoundly resonant.