In The Great God's Hair (1920)

By F.W. Bain and Francis William Bain

Book Overview

The Great God's Hair is a novel written by F.W. Bain and first published in 1920. The story is set in India and follows the life of a young woman named Chandra, who is born with a unique physical feature - a long lock of hair that grows from the top of her head and is said to be a manifestation of the god Shiva. Chandra's hair becomes the subject of much attention and fascination, drawing people from far and wide to see it and seek her blessings.As Chandra grows older, she becomes increasingly disillusioned with the world around her and begins to question the role of religion and tradition in her life. She is torn between her duty to her family and community and her own desire for freedom and self-expression. Along the way, she encounters a number of interesting characters, including a young Englishman named Rupert, who is also searching for meaning and purpose in his life.The Great God's Hair is a beautifully written and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of identity, spirituality, and cultural conflict. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the complex world of colonial India and the clash between traditional values and modernity. With its vivid descriptions and engaging characters, this book is sure to captivate readers of all ages and backgrounds.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: 1164057154
• ISBN13: 9781164057154
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"