The Garden Of Indra (1912)

The Garden of Indra is a novel written by Michael White and published in 1912. The story is set in India during the early 20th century and follows the life of a young Englishman named Richard Grey. Richard is an artist who travels to India in search of inspiration and adventure. He is fascinated by the culture and the people he encounters, and he soon becomes involved in a complex web of relationships and intrigues.The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and cultural differences as Richard navigates his way through the various social circles of India. He falls in love with a beautiful Indian woman named Leela, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that they come from very different worlds. Richard also becomes embroiled in a political conspiracy involving a group of Indian nationalists who are plotting against the British colonial authorities.As the story unfolds, Richard must confront his own prejudices and preconceptions about India and its people. He learns to appreciate the richness and complexity of Indian culture, while also grappling with the harsh realities of colonialism and its impact on the country and its people.Overall, The Garden of Indra is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a vivid and nuanced portrait of India during a pivotal moment in its history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities of cross-cultural relationships and the legacy of colonialism in the modern 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.