By Jumna's Banks

By Paul Markham

Book Overview

""By Jumna's Banks"" is a book written by Paul Markham. It is a story set in India, following the life of a young British boy named Peter, who is sent to live with his aunt and uncle in India after the death of his parents. The book explores the cultural differences between India and England, as Peter struggles to adapt to his new surroundings. Along the way, he meets a young Indian girl named Anjali, and the two become close friends. The story also delves into the political turmoil of India during the 1940s, as the country fights for independence from British rule. Through Peter's experiences, the reader gains insight into the complex history and culture of India, as well as the impact of colonialism on the country. ""By Jumna's Banks"" is a compelling coming-of-age story that offers a unique perspective on Indian history and culture.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: 1163601586
• ISBN13: 9781163601587
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 230 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"