The Lieutenant, The Girl, And The Viceroy (1906)

By Marshall Putnam Thompson

Book Overview

The Lieutenant, The Girl, And The Viceroy is a historical novel written by Marshall Putnam Thompson and first published in 1906. The story is set in India during the British Raj and follows the lives of three main characters: Lieutenant John Langford, a young British officer stationed in India; Anjali, a young Indian girl who is orphaned and forced to work as a servant in the British officer's household; and Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of India.The novel explores the complex relationships between the British colonizers and the Indian people, as well as the tensions and conflicts that arise as a result of cultural differences and colonialism. Through the eyes of the three main characters, the reader is given a glimpse into the daily lives of both the British and Indian communities, and the struggles they face as they try to coexist in a country that is undergoing significant political and social change.As the story unfolds, Lieutenant Langford and Anjali begin to develop a close relationship, despite the societal norms that dictate that they should not be together. Meanwhile, Lord Curzon is faced with the challenge of maintaining British control over India, while also trying to address the needs and concerns of the Indian people.Overall, The Lieutenant, The Girl, And The Viceroy is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the history of India during the British Raj. It is a must-read for anyone interested in colonial history, cultural studies, or historical fiction.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: 1120766168
• ISBN13: 9781120766168
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 306 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"