Torn Lace (1904)

By Charlotte Mansfield

Book Overview

Torn Lace is a novel written by Charlotte Mansfield and published in 1904. The story follows the life of a young woman named Edith, who is forced to leave her comfortable life in England and move to India with her new husband, Arthur. As she adjusts to her new surroundings, Edith finds herself struggling to fit in with the other British expatriates and feeling increasingly isolated and alone.As Edith tries to navigate the complexities of her new life, she becomes drawn to a handsome Indian man named Rama, who introduces her to a world of new experiences and perspectives. However, their relationship is complicated by the strict social norms of the time and the disapproval of both their communities.Torn Lace is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of love, identity, and the clash of cultures. Mansfield's vivid descriptions of life in colonial India provide a rich backdrop for the story, and her nuanced portrayal of the characters makes for a compelling and engaging read.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: 1437354122
• ISBN13: 9781437354126
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"