The Hindu Wife: Or The Enchanted Fruit (1876)

By William Jones and Raj Lakshi Debi

Book Overview

The Hindu Wife: Or The Enchanted Fruit is a novel written by Raj Lakshi Debi and was first published in 1876. The story is set in India during the 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Radha, who is married to a wealthy and influential man named Raghunath. Radha is a devout Hindu wife who is deeply committed to her religion and her husband.The novel explores the themes of love, marriage, and religious devotion. It depicts the challenges faced by a Hindu wife in a patriarchal society and the conflicts that arise between personal desires and social expectations. The story also highlights the role of religion in shaping the lives of women in India.The Hindu Wife: Or The Enchanted Fruit is a captivating tale that takes readers on a journey through the complexities of Indian society and the struggles of a woman trying to find her place in it. The novel is a timeless classic that continues to be relevant today, as it sheds light on the ongoing issues of gender inequality and the importance of individual freedom in a society that values tradition and conformity.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: 1165591421
• ISBN13: 9781165591428
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"