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In The Tideway is a novel written by Flora Annie Webster Steel and published in 1897. The story is set in the city of Calcutta, India, during the British Raj. The protagonist, a young woman named Hester, is forced to leave her home in England and move to Calcutta with her father after the death of her mother. Hester is unhappy with her new life in India, but gradually finds a sense of purpose as she becomes involved in the local community and begins to learn about the Indian culture. Along the way, she meets a variety of characters, including a wealthy Indian prince, a British soldier, and a group of Indian women who are fighting for their rights. The novel explores themes of cultural differences, gender roles, and the impact of colonialism on both the British and Indian societies. Steel's vivid descriptions of Calcutta and its people provide a rich backdrop for the story, and her nuanced portrayal of the characters and their relationships makes for a compelling read. Overall, In The Tideway is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into a fascinating period of 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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781165476343
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 164
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x9 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 227 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 12. december 2024
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In The Tideway is a novel written by Flora Annie Webster Steel and published in 1897. The story is set in the city of Calcutta, India, during the British Raj. The protagonist, a young woman named Hester, is forced to leave her home in England and move to Calcutta with her father after the death of her mother. Hester is unhappy with her new life in India, but gradually finds a sense of purpose as she becomes involved in the local community and begins to learn about the Indian culture. Along the way, she meets a variety of characters, including a wealthy Indian prince, a British soldier, and a group of Indian women who are fighting for their rights. The novel explores themes of cultural differences, gender roles, and the impact of colonialism on both the British and Indian societies. Steel's vivid descriptions of Calcutta and its people provide a rich backdrop for the story, and her nuanced portrayal of the characters and their relationships makes for a compelling read. Overall, In The Tideway is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into a fascinating period of 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.

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