Elihu Jan’s Story

Elihu Jan’s Story

William Knighton

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Historia de Asia
ISBN:
9781436833660
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Elihu Jan’s Story: Or The Private Life Of An Eastern Queen is a historical fiction novel written by William Knighton in 1865. The book follows the life of Elihu Jan, a fictional queen of an Eastern kingdom, and explores her private life and struggles with love, politics, and power.The story is set in the 19th century and begins with Elihu Jan’s childhood, where she is raised in a royal family with strict traditions and expectations. However, as she grows older, she begins to question these traditions and desires to break free from the constraints of her society.Elihu Jan’s journey takes her through various political and personal struggles, including her love for a foreign prince and her fight for her kingdom’s independence. The novel also delves into the themes of gender roles, societal expectations, and the clash between Eastern and Western cultures.Overall, Elihu Jan’s Story: Or The Private Life Of An Eastern Queen is a captivating tale of a strong and independent woman who defies societal norms and fights for her beliefs. It provides an insightful look into the complexities of Eastern culture and the struggles faced by women in positions of power.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.

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