Captain Desmond (1914) - Maud Diver - Bog

Captain Desmond is a novel written by Maud Diver and first published in 1914. The story is set in India during the early 20th century and follows the life of Captain Desmond, a British officer stationed in the country. The novel explores themes of love, duty, and loyalty as Captain Desmond navigates his personal and professional life in India.The story begins with Captain Desmond arriving in India and becoming acquainted with the local culture and customs. He quickly becomes enamored with a young Indian woman named Tara, despite the societal norms that dictate their relationship is forbidden. As their love grows, Captain Desmond must navigate the complexities of their relationship and the expectations of his fellow officers and the British government.Meanwhile, Captain Desmond is also tasked with leading his regiment in the face of political unrest and rebellion. He must balance his duty to his country with his own personal beliefs and morals, which are tested as he witnesses the injustices and violence inflicted upon the Indian people.Throughout the novel, Diver paints a vivid picture of colonial India, highlighting the tensions and conflicts that existed between the British colonizers and the Indian people. She also explores the complexities of identity and belonging, as Captain Desmond grapples with his own sense of identity and place in the world.Overall, Captain Desmond is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the world of colonial India and the struggles faced by those who lived and worked there.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.