Tara: A Mahratta Tale

By Philip Meadows Taylor

Book Overview

Tara: A Mahratta Tale is a historical fiction novel written by British author Taylor Meadows in 1884. The story is set in India during the 18th century and follows the life of a young woman named Tara, who is born into a wealthy Mahratta family. Tara's life takes a dramatic turn when she falls in love with a British officer, and the two must navigate the cultural and political tensions of their respective societies. Along the way, Tara faces numerous challenges, including the loss of her family and the betrayal of those she trusts. The novel provides a vivid portrayal of colonial India, with detailed descriptions of the landscape, culture, and traditions of the Mahratta people. Ultimately, Tara: A Mahratta Tale is a compelling story of love, loyalty, and survival in a complex and rapidly changing 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: 1164079174
• ISBN13: 9781164079170
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 588 Pages
• Weight: 1.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"