The Virgin Widow - William Hickey - Bog

The Virgin Widow: Or The Triumph Of Gospel Truth Over Hindu Ascetic Superstition is a book written by William Hickey in 1857. The book is a fictional tale that centers around the character of Kamala, a young Hindu widow who is forced to live a life of asceticism and isolation due to the societal norms of her community. However, when she encounters a group of Christian missionaries, she begins to question her beliefs and eventually converts to Christianity.The book explores themes of religious conversion, cultural clash, and the power of faith. It also provides a critical perspective on the practices of Hindu asceticism and superstition, portraying them as oppressive and limiting.Overall, The Virgin Widow is a thought-provoking and controversial work that challenges readers to examine their own beliefs and prejudices. It remains a significant piece of literature in the history of colonialism and religious conversion in 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.