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Set against the backdrop of rural Ireland, this novel tells the story of Johanna, a young woman whose life is transformed when she inherits a large fortune. A vivid and engaging read.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Proper Pride is a romantic novel by Bithia Mary Croker. The book tells the story of Lucy Fitzgerald, an orphan who must navigate the strict social hierarchy of Victorian England. When she falls in love with the dashing Lieutenant-Colonel Lestrange, she must choose whether to follow her heart or obey society's expectations. With its vivid setting and memorable characters, Proper Pride is a delightful read for fans of historical romance.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ "To Let" Etc Bithia Mary Croker Chatto & Windus, 1894 Literary Collections; General; Literary Collections / General
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ Some One Else, Volume 2; Some One Else; Bithia Mary Croker Bithia Mary Croker Sampson Low, Marston, Serle & Rivington, 1885
""Eine Verh�����ngnisvolle Fahrt"" ist ein Roman von Bithia Mary Croker aus dem Jahr 1903. Die Geschichte dreht sich um die junge Witwe Mrs. Meredith, die eine Kreuzfahrt nach Indien unternimmt, um ihre Tochter zu besuchen. W�����hrend der Fahrt verliebt sie sich in den charmanten Captain Ducane, der jedoch bereits verlobt ist. Als ein schwerer Sturm das Schiff in Gefahr bringt, m�����ssen die Passagiere und Besatzungsmitglieder zusammenarbeiten, um zu �����berleben. Inmitten des Chaos und der Gefahr wird Mrs. Meredith von Ducane gerettet, was ihre Gef�����hle f�����r ihn noch verst�����rkt. Doch als das Schiff endlich sicher in Indien ankommt, muss sie sich entscheiden, ob sie ihre Liebe zu Ducane gestehen und damit seine Verlobte verraten oder ihre Gef�����hle f�����r sich behalten und sich von ihm verabschieden wird. Der Roman ist eine romantische und spannende Geschichte �����ber Liebe, �����berleben und moralische Entscheidungen.This Book Is In German.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.
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Babes In The Wood: A Romance Of The Jungles is a novel written by Bithia Mary Croker and published in 1911. The story takes place in the jungles of India and follows the adventures of two young British siblings, Dick and Dolly, who become lost in the wilderness after a tragic accident. They are taken in by a group of friendly natives who teach them how to survive in the jungle and protect them from dangerous animals and hostile tribes. Along the way, they meet a handsome young man named Jack, who becomes their protector and guide through the treacherous terrain. As they navigate the dangers of the jungle, the children and Jack develop a close bond and a romantic relationship begins to blossom between Jack and Dolly. However, their happiness is threatened by the arrival of a group of ruthless hunters who are determined to capture and kill the exotic animals of the jungle. The group must band together to protect themselves and the animals they have come to love. Babes In The Wood: A Romance Of The Jungles is a thrilling adventure story with elements of romance and suspense, set against the exotic backdrop of India's lush jungles.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.
The Happy Valley is a novel written by Bithia Mary Croker and published in 1904. The story is set in India during the British Raj and follows the lives of a group of British colonists living in a remote valley. The main character is a young woman named Mary who has recently arrived in India to join her husband who is a British army officer. Mary is initially enchanted by the beauty of the valley and the exotic culture of India, but she soon discovers that life in the colony is far from idyllic. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and cultural clashes as the characters navigate their relationships with each other and with the Indian people. Mary finds herself drawn to a charismatic Indian prince named Prince Ahmed, causing tension between her and her husband. Meanwhile, the other colonists struggle with their own personal dramas, including a scandal involving a young woman and a married man. As tensions rise and secrets are revealed, the Happy Valley is no longer the peaceful haven it once seemed. The novel builds to a dramatic climax as the characters must confront the consequences of their actions and the realities of life in colonial India. Overall, The Happy Valley is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of life in colonial India.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.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Beyond The Pale is a novel written by Bithia Mary Croker and first published in 1897. The story is set in India during the British Raj and follows the life of a young Englishwoman named Dora, who travels to India to marry her fianc�����, Harry Lindsay. However, upon arriving in India, Dora discovers that Harry has been killed in a hunting accident.Left alone in a foreign country, Dora struggles to find her place in Indian society and is forced to confront the prejudices and cultural differences that separate her from the local people. She eventually finds solace in the company of an Indian prince named Prince Sikandar, who helps her navigate the complex social and political landscape of India.As Dora becomes more involved in Indian society, she begins to question the morality of British rule and the treatment of the Indian people. She also finds herself drawn to Prince Sikandar, despite the fact that their relationship is forbidden by both Indian and British society.Beyond The Pale is a novel that explores themes of love, loss, cultural identity, and the clash of cultures. It provides a vivid portrayal of life in colonial India and offers a nuanced perspective on the complex relationship between the British and Indian people during this period in history.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.
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ A Rolling Stone Bithia Mary Croker Brentano's, 1912
"" Eine Verh�����ngnisvolle Fahrt: Roman (1903)"" ist ein Roman von Bithia Mary Croker, der erstmals im Jahr 1903 ver������ffentlicht wurde. Die Geschichte handelt von einer jungen Frau namens Molly, die in Indien lebt und sich in den charmanten aber unehrlichen Captain Davenant verliebt. Als sie ihn bittet, sie nach England zu begleiten, um dort zu heiraten, willigt er ein, obwohl er bereits verheiratet ist. W�����hrend der �����berfahrt auf dem Schiff ""Narcissus"" entdeckt Molly Davanants Geheimnis und muss sich entscheiden, ob sie bei ihm bleibt oder ihn verl�����sst und zur�����ck nach Indien geht. Der Roman ist eine fesselnde Geschichte voller Intrigen, Leidenschaft und Verrat und bietet einen Einblick in das Leben der britischen Kolonialgesellschaft im fr�����hen 20. Jahrhundert.""This Book Is In German.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.
Proper Pride V3: A Novel (1882) is a work of fiction written by Bithia Mary Croker. The book is the third volume in the Proper Pride series and tells the story of a young woman named Alice Fairfax. Alice is a beautiful and intelligent woman who is determined to make a name for herself in society. She is also fiercely independent and refuses to conform to the expectations of others. As the story unfolds, Alice finds herself caught up in a web of intrigue and scandal. She is pursued by several suitors, including the dashing but dangerous Lord Lorrimer. Alice must navigate the treacherous waters of high society while also dealing with her own inner demons. Throughout the book, Croker explores themes of love, ambition, and the role of women in Victorian society. She also paints a vivid picture of the world of the wealthy and privileged, with its glittering balls, elegant dinners, and endless gossip. Proper Pride V3: A Novel is a gripping tale of passion and intrigue that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Croker's masterful storytelling and richly drawn characters make this book a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction.In Three Volumes.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.
Ghosts, derangements and strange happenings abound inVictorian fiction. Evenmore so in stories from the Raj written by English writers, overwhelmed, oftenunnerved, by the vast and alien land they ruled but could not quite come togrips with.To them, India's jungles, village squares and railway stations-eventheir own colonial bungalows-bristled with the long-dead, the undead, theunexplained and the terrible.Women writers of the Raj brought greater imagination and skill to the spookytale than men.And among them, Bithia Mary Croker and Alice Perrin were easilythe best.This collection brings together, for the first time ever, the spookiestshort stories of these mistresses of the Raj supernatural.The khidmatgar of a derelict mansion is curiously always at his master andmistress' service, but only after dark.A dead woman comes calling for herdevoted husband, the Collector of a colonial outpost.An unwelcomingkhansamah in a secluded dak bungalow hides a sinister secret.An ayah bewildersher mistress when she sings lullabies to her imaginary charge.A missionary'halfcaste' Eurasian discovers the powers of a native goddess.And a stately hill stationhome comes to be occupied by a family of four, happy for the surprisingly lowrent they must pay, until they discover why.Drawing upon local legends, colonial records and Indian folklore, these gripping,atmospheric tales will send shivers down your spine and yet leave you craving formore.
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