A Ship Of Solace (1911)

A Ship of Solace is a novel written by Elinor Mordaunt and published in 1911. The story follows the life of a young woman named Lilla who is left alone in the world after the death of her parents. She decides to embark on a journey to India, hoping to find solace in the country of her birth. Along the way, she meets a group of travelers who become her friends and confidants. Among them is the charming and enigmatic Captain Ransome, who Lilla finds herself drawn to.As the group travels through exotic locations and encounters various obstacles, Lilla begins to realize that her feelings for Captain Ransome are more than just friendship. However, she is hesitant to act on her emotions due to the societal norms of the time. Meanwhile, Captain Ransome has his own secrets and struggles to come to terms with his past.A Ship of Solace is a tale of self-discovery, love, and adventure set against the backdrop of colonial India. The novel explores themes of identity, grief, and the complexities of human relationships. Mordaunt's vivid descriptions of the Indian landscape and culture transport the reader to another time and place, making this a captivating and engaging read.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.