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Star of India is a romantic novel that follows the complicated courtship and marriage of a young woman who's disenchanted with the minutiae of life. Refusing to embrace the role of a missionary or tutor, she hastily weds an older man in hopes of breaking away from her family's oppressive influence.
Stella Carrington is eager to experience life outside the confines of her grandmother's home. In an attempt to curb Stella's unconventional desires, her family seeks the help of her godfather Robert Crayfield, a colonel in the Indian service. Instead of occupational guidance, he offers to marry Stella and take her to India as his bride.
Stella discovers the complicated nature of marriage having to navigate new and unexpected responsibilities. Soon, conflicts are amplified by the appearance of Philip Flint, a handsome young officer stationed in town. It's a classic tale of love and duty that forces Stella to make a difficult but necessary decision.
This is a complex story that bucks tradition pitting one character's happiness against the desires of another. Star of India is a fascinating look at marriage, the military and colonial politics.
With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Star of India is both modern and readable.
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A propos de l'auteur
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.
Résumé
Star of India is a romantic novel that follows the complicated courtship and marriage of a young woman who’s disenchanted with the minutiae of life. Refusing to embrace the role of a missionary or tutor, she hastily weds an older man in hopes of breaking away from her family’s oppressive influence.
Stella Carrington is eager to experience life outside the confines of her grandmother’s home. In an attempt to curb Stella’s unconventional desires, her family seeks the help of her godfather Robert Crayfield, a colonel in the Indian service. Instead of occupational guidance, he offers to marry Stella and take her to India as his bride.
Stella discovers the complicated nature of marriage having to navigate new and unexpected responsibilities. Soon, conflicts are amplified by the appearance of Philip Flint, a handsome young officer stationed in town. It’s a classic tale of love and duty that forces Stella to make a difficult but necessary decision.
This is a complex story that bucks tradition pitting one character’s happiness against the desires of another. Star of India is a fascinating look at marriage, the military and colonial politics.
With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Star of India is both modern and readable.
