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The Subaltern (1872)

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The Subaltern is a novel written by George Robert Gleig and published in 1872. The story follows the life of a young British officer, George Harcourt, who is stationed in India during the 19th century. As a subaltern, or a junior officer, Harcourt is tasked with leading a group of Indian soldiers under his command, and he must navigate the complex social and cultural dynamics of colonial India.Throughout the novel, Harcourt faces a series of challenges, including conflicts with his superiors, romantic entanglements, and encounters with the local population. As he struggles to find his place in this foreign land, he must also grapple with his own identity and sense of belonging.The Subaltern is a vivid portrayal of life in colonial India, and it offers a nuanced perspective on the complex relationships between the British and Indian populations during this time period. Gleig's writing is both engaging and insightful, and the novel remains a valuable historical document for anyone interested in the history of British colonialism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some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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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781165693429
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 402
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x21 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 535 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 26. november 2024
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The Subaltern is a novel written by George Robert Gleig and published in 1872. The story follows the life of a young British officer, George Harcourt, who is stationed in India during the 19th century. As a subaltern, or a junior officer, Harcourt is tasked with leading a group of Indian soldiers under his command, and he must navigate the complex social and cultural dynamics of colonial India.Throughout the novel, Harcourt faces a series of challenges, including conflicts with his superiors, romantic entanglements, and encounters with the local population. As he struggles to find his place in this foreign land, he must also grapple with his own identity and sense of belonging.The Subaltern is a vivid portrayal of life in colonial India, and it offers a nuanced perspective on the complex relationships between the British and Indian populations during this time period. Gleig's writing is both engaging and insightful, and the novel remains a valuable historical document for anyone interested in the history of British colonialism.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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