The Tear Of Kalee (1902)

By Hartley Aspden and Herbert Escott Inman

Book Overview

The Tear of Kalee is a novel written by Herbert Inman and published in 1902. The story is set in India during the British Raj and revolves around the theft of a precious diamond, known as the Tear of Kalee, from a temple dedicated to the goddess Kalee. The diamond is believed to have magical powers and is highly sought after by both the British authorities and the local Indian population.The main character of the novel is Captain Ronald Standish, a British officer who is tasked with recovering the diamond. Standish is aided in his quest by a young Indian woman named Tara, who is the daughter of the temple's high priest. Together, they navigate the complex political and social landscape of colonial India, encountering a range of characters including corrupt officials, religious fanatics, and revolutionaries.As Standish and Tara draw closer to the truth about the diamond's whereabouts, they find themselves in increasingly dangerous situations. The novel builds to a dramatic climax as they race against time to prevent the diamond from falling into the wrong hands and unleashing its dark powers.The Tear of Kalee is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of mystery, romance, and historical fiction. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the complex cultural and political dynamics of colonial India, as well as the enduring power of myth and legend.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: 1167231279
• ISBN13: 9781167231278
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"