The Great Amulet (1910) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120761002)

The Great Amulet is a novel written by Maud Diver and published in 1910. The story is set in India during the British Raj and follows the lives of two women, one British and one Indian, whose paths cross when the British woman inherits a large estate from her uncle. The Indian woman is a former courtesan who is now trying to start a new life and is employed by the British woman as her secretary.As the story progresses, the two women become friends and allies, navigating the challenges of colonial India together. They encounter a variety of characters, including a wealthy Indian prince, a corrupt British official, and a group of revolutionaries seeking to overthrow British rule.The central plot of the novel revolves around a valuable amulet that the British woman inherits along with her estate. The amulet is said to have magical powers and is highly sought after by a variety of characters. As the women try to protect the amulet and uncover its true history, they are drawn deeper into the political and social complexities of colonial India.The Great Amulet is a complex and engaging novel that explores themes of race, gender, power, and colonialism. It is a vivid portrayal of life in India during the British Raj and offers a unique perspective on the intersection of British and Indian cultures.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.

Author: Maud Diver
ISBN-10: 112076100X
ISBN-13: 9781120761002
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/07/2009
Pages: 416
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.22lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.85d