Beyond The Pale (1897)

Beyond The Pale is a novel written by Bithia Mary Croker and first published in 1897. The story is set in India during the British Raj and follows the life of a young Englishwoman named Dora, who travels to India to marry her fianc�����, Harry Lindsay. However, upon arriving in India, Dora discovers that Harry has been killed in a hunting accident.Left alone in a foreign country, Dora struggles to find her place in Indian society and is forced to confront the prejudices and cultural differences that separate her from the local people. She eventually finds solace in the company of an Indian prince named Prince Sikandar, who helps her navigate the complex social and political landscape of India.As Dora becomes more involved in Indian society, she begins to question the morality of British rule and the treatment of the Indian people. She also finds herself drawn to Prince Sikandar, despite the fact that their relationship is forbidden by both Indian and British society.Beyond The Pale is a novel that explores themes of love, loss, cultural identity, and the clash of cultures. It provides a vivid portrayal of life in colonial India and offers a nuanced perspective on the complex relationship between the British and Indian people during this period in history.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.