Alice Perrin

Broschiertes Buch

A Free Solitude (1907)

Beschreibung

A Free Solitude is a novel written by Alice Perrin and published in 1907. The story revolves around the main character, Mary Grey, who is a young woman living in India during the British Raj. Mary is a strong and independent woman who is not content with the traditional role of women in her society. She longs for freedom and independence, and her desire for a free solitude leads her to make some unconventional choices.The novel explores themes of gender roles, colonialism, and the clash between Eastern and Western cultures. Mary's struggle to find her place in a society that is deeply patriarchal and colonialist is a central theme of the book. She is torn between her desire for independence and her duty to her family and society.As the novel progresses, Mary finds herself drawn to a young Indian man named Rama. Their relationship is met with resistance from both their families and their respective communities. The novel explores the complex dynamics of interracial relationships in a colonial setting.Overall, A Free Solitude is a thought-provoking novel that challenges traditional notions of gender roles and colonialism. Alice Perrin's writing is both insightful and engaging, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of colonial India and the struggle for women's rights.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.

Autor

Alice Perrin, also known as Alice Robinson, was a British novelist born on July 15, 1867, in Mussoorie, India. She is best known for her works that explore the lives of the British in colonial India, offering insights into the experiences and challenges of British expatriates during that time. Perrin gained significant success with the publication of her short ghost story collection East of Suez, which helped establish her as a notable writer. Throughout her career, she wrote numerous novels and short stories, often focusing on themes of colonialism, cultural encounters, and the complexities of life in India under British rule. Her works were widely read in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and she became known for her ability to capture the nuances of British life in colonial settings. Alice Perrin passed away on February 13, 1934, in Vevey, Switzerland, at the age of 66. She had one son, Lancelot Charles Perrin. Her legacy endures through her writings, which continue to be a valuable resource for understanding the cultural and social dynamics of the British Empire in India.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 348
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. Juni 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 505g
• ISBN-13: 9781436727976
• ISBN-10: 1436727979
• Artikelnr.: 24899704