The Great Amulet (1910) - Maud Diver - Bog

The Great Amulet is a novel written by Maud Diver and originally published in 1910. The story is set in India during the early 20th century and follows the life of an Englishwoman named Margaret Anstruther. Margaret is married to a British officer named Alan Anstruther and they live in a remote part of India where Alan is stationed.Margaret is initially unhappy with her life in India and feels isolated from the other British wives. However, her life changes dramatically when she meets a young Indian girl named Kamala. Kamala is the daughter of a local nobleman and is being raised by her aunt and uncle after the death of her parents. Margaret becomes fascinated by Kamala and begins to spend more time with her, learning about Indian culture and customs.As Margaret and Kamala's friendship deepens, Margaret learns about a valuable amulet that Kamala's family possesses. The amulet is said to bring good luck and prosperity to its owner, but it has also been the cause of much conflict and tragedy in Kamala's family. Margaret becomes determined to help Kamala and her family protect the amulet and keep it out of the hands of those who would use it for their own gain.The Great Amulet is a story about cultural differences, friendship, and the power of tradition and superstition. It explores the complexities of colonialism and the tensions between British and Indian cultures during this time period. The novel is a captivating and thought-provoking read that offers a unique perspective on life in India during the early 20th century.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.