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The Honor Of The House (1913)

The Honor Of The House (1913)

Stahlmann, J. I.
Fraser, Hugh

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ISBN10: 1164940031
ISBN13: 9781164940036
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 424
Weight: 1.24
Height: 0.86 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Honor of the House is a novel written by Mrs. Hugh Fraser and published in 1913. The story is set in colonial India and revolves around the life of a British family, the Maitlands. The patriarch of the family, Sir George Maitland, is a respected judge and a man of integrity. His wife, Lady Maitland, is a proud and haughty woman who values social status and reputation above all else.The story begins with the arrival of the Maitlands' daughter, Mary, who has been living in England for several years. Mary is a modern and independent woman who challenges the traditional values of her family. She falls in love with a young Indian man, Ramesh, who is also a lawyer and a close friend of the family.As Mary's relationship with Ramesh deepens, she becomes increasingly aware of the racial and cultural divide between the British and Indians in colonial India. Her family, particularly her mother, disapproves of her relationship with Ramesh and tries to break them apart. Meanwhile, Sir George is faced with a difficult case involving a wealthy Indian landowner and his British tenants, which further highlights the tensions between the two communities.The novel explores themes of love, honor, and cultural clashes in colonial India. It also sheds light on the complex social and political dynamics of the time. The Honor of the House is a compelling read that offers a nuanced and thought-provoking portrayal of 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.

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