Amarantha: The Dark-Eyed One (1843)

By Horatio Nelson Wild

Book Overview

Amarantha: The Dark-Eyed One is a novel written by Horatio Nelson Wild and published in 1843. The story follows the life of Amarantha, a young woman with striking dark eyes who is raised in a wealthy family in England. Despite her privileged upbringing, Amarantha feels unfulfilled and yearns for adventure and excitement.When her father dies and her family's fortune is lost, Amarantha is forced to make her own way in the world. She travels to India, where she falls in love with a handsome prince named Zophiel. However, their love is forbidden, and they face numerous obstacles in their quest to be together.As Amarantha navigates the complex social and political landscape of India, she must also confront her own inner demons and come to terms with her true identity. Along the way, she encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a scheming British officer, a wise old sage, and a group of fierce warrior women.Amarantha: The Dark-Eyed One is a sweeping tale of love, adventure, and self-discovery set against the backdrop of colonial India. With vivid descriptions and a cast of memorable characters, Wild's novel offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and the struggles of a young woman trying to find her place in the 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166414760
• ISBN13: 9781166414764
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"