The Votive Offering (1862)

By Frances Smith Marriott

Book Overview

The Votive Offering is a novel written by Frances Smith Marriott and first published in 1862. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Lillian, who is forced to leave her comfortable life in England and move to India with her husband, a British officer. Lillian struggles to adapt to the new culture and climate, and finds herself increasingly isolated and unhappy.As she tries to make sense of her new surroundings, Lillian becomes increasingly drawn to the local customs and traditions, particularly those associated with Hinduism. She begins to explore the religion and its rituals, and eventually becomes a devotee of the goddess Kali. This newfound faith brings her a sense of purpose and belonging, and she becomes deeply involved in the local community.However, Lillian's newfound happiness is threatened when her husband is killed in battle. She is forced to return to England, where she is met with suspicion and hostility due to her association with Hinduism. Lillian must navigate the social and cultural norms of her home country while also grappling with her grief and sense of loss.The Votive Offering is a complex and nuanced exploration of identity, faith, and culture. It offers a rare glimpse into the lives of British women in colonial India and raises important questions about the nature of religious and cultural tolerance.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: 1165145952
• ISBN13: 9781165145959
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 182 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"