The Sultan

Portrait: Sultan Saifuddin of Tidore, Czartoryski Museum, Krakow   “Kesultanan Tidore does not betray its people,” the Sultan waved his hand to dismiss the envoy. “We are not Ternate,” he added, ignoring his advisor’s frown. The envoy left, stiff-backed, and the Sultan sighed and rose from his seat. It was past time for lunch. “I … Continue reading The Sultan