The Begum

The Begum: A Hindu Comic Opera In Two Acts is a book written by Harry Bache Smith in the year 1887. It is a humorous story set in India, revolving around a wealthy Begum who is seeking a husband for her daughter. The story follows the Begum's attempts to find a suitable match for her daughter, with many comical twists and turns along the way. The book is written in the style of a comic opera, with songs and musical numbers interspersed throughout the story. The characters are portrayed in a light-hearted and satirical manner, with a focus on the cultural differences between India and the Western world. Overall, The Begum is an entertaining and amusing read that provides a glimpse into the cultural attitudes and perceptions of the late 19th century.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.