Behind The Bungalow (1911)

Behind The Bungalow is a novel written by Edward Hamilton Aitken, first published in 1911. The story is set in India during the early 20th century and follows the lives of a British family living in a bungalow on the outskirts of a small town. The family consists of Mr. and Mrs. Crosby, their daughter Eileen, and their son Jack. The novel explores the complex relationships between the family members and the Indian servants who work for them. The story begins with the arrival of a new servant, Gunga Ram, who quickly becomes a favorite of Mrs. Crosby. However, tensions arise when Gunga Ram is accused of stealing from the family and is subsequently dismissed. The incident leads to a deeper exploration of the power dynamics between the British and Indian characters in the novel. As the story unfolds, the reader is introduced to a variety of other characters, including British officials, Indian businessmen, and local villagers. The novel touches on themes of colonialism, racism, and cultural misunderstandings, as well as the complexities of family relationships and the challenges of living in a foreign land. Overall, Behind The Bungalow is a thought-provoking novel that offers a nuanced portrayal of life in colonial India. Aitken's writing is engaging and descriptive, and the novel is sure to captivate readers with its richly drawn characters and vivid depictions of a bygone era.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.