The Captives In India: A Tale (1835)

By Barbara Hofland

Book Overview

The Captives In India: A Tale is a novel written by Barbara Hofland and published in 1835. The story is set in India during the time of British colonial rule and follows the lives of a British family who are taken captive by a local Indian ruler. The family consists of a father, mother, and their two children. The family's captivity is a result of the father's refusal to pay a tax demanded by the ruler. The family is forced to live in the ruler's palace and adapt to a new way of life. The father, who is a devout Christian, struggles to maintain his faith in the face of adversity, while the mother tries to keep the family together. The children, who are initially frightened by their new surroundings, eventually become fascinated by the exotic culture of India. The family's captivity is not without danger, as they are threatened by rebels who seek to overthrow the ruler. Through their trials and tribulations, the family learns valuable lessons about resilience, courage, and the importance of family. The Captives In India: A Tale is a captivating novel that offers a glimpse into the complexities of colonial India and the human spirit's ability to endure in the face of adversity.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: 1165787679
• ISBN13: 9781165787678
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 270 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"