The Happy Valley (1904) - Croker, Bithia Mary
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The Happy Valley is a novel written by Bithia Mary Croker and published in 1904. Set in India during the British Raj, the story follows the lives of a group of British expatriates living in a small town in the foothills of the Himalayas. The main character is a young woman named Ethel Burton, who has been sent to India to live with her uncle and aunt after the death of her parents. Ethel is initially overwhelmed by the unfamiliar culture and the stifling social conventions of colonial life, but she soon finds herself drawn into the vibrant social scene of the town. She becomes friends with a…mehr

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The Happy Valley is a novel written by Bithia Mary Croker and published in 1904. Set in India during the British Raj, the story follows the lives of a group of British expatriates living in a small town in the foothills of the Himalayas. The main character is a young woman named Ethel Burton, who has been sent to India to live with her uncle and aunt after the death of her parents. Ethel is initially overwhelmed by the unfamiliar culture and the stifling social conventions of colonial life, but she soon finds herself drawn into the vibrant social scene of the town. She becomes friends with a group of young British officers and their wives, and also meets a handsome Indian prince who captures her heart. As Ethel navigates the complex relationships and political tensions of the colonial society, she must also confront her own prejudices and assumptions about race and culture. The Happy Valley is a vivid portrait of life in colonial India, with its exotic landscapes, colorful characters, and complex social hierarchies. It is also a nuanced exploration of the challenges and contradictions of colonialism, as seen through the eyes of a young woman coming of age in a rapidly changing world.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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