Her Own People

By B.M. Croker

Book Overview

Her Own People is a novel by B.M. Croker that was first published in 1891. The story is set in India during the British Raj and follows the life of a young woman named Violet Deyncourt. Violet is the daughter of an Englishman and an Indian woman, and as a result, she struggles to find her place in society. She is torn between her Indian heritage and her English upbringing, and she faces discrimination and prejudice from both sides.The novel explores themes of identity, race, and cultural conflict, as Violet tries to navigate the complex social and political landscape of colonial India. Along the way, she falls in love with a British officer named George Keene, but their relationship is complicated by the social norms of the time and the disapproval of their families.As the story unfolds, Violet must confront the challenges of being a mixed-race woman in a society that values purity of blood and class above all else. She must also confront her own prejudices and biases as she learns to see the world through the eyes of others.Her Own People is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the complexities of life in colonial India. It is a timeless story that remains relevant today, as we continue to grapple with issues of race, identity, and cultural diversity.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: 1432691058
• ISBN13: 9781432691059
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"