James Forbes: A Tale, Founded On Facts (1824)

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Book Overview

James Forbes: A Tale, Founded On Facts is a novel written by James Forbes and published in 1824. The book is a work of historical fiction and is based on the author's own experiences. The story follows the life of James Forbes, a young man who is born into a wealthy family in Scotland. He is educated at the University of Edinburgh and becomes a successful lawyer.However, James is not content with his life and decides to travel to India to seek adventure and fortune. He joins the East India Company and travels to Calcutta, where he becomes involved in the political and social life of the city. He also falls in love with a young woman named Charlotte, who is the daughter of a wealthy merchant.The novel explores the themes of love, adventure, and the clash of cultures. It also provides a vivid description of life in India during the early 19th century, including the customs, traditions, and social hierarchy of the British colonial society.Overall, James Forbes: A Tale, Founded On Facts is a fascinating and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the life of a young man who is determined to find his place in the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, adventure, and the history of colonial India.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: 1166179850
• ISBN13: 9781166179854
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 286 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"