James Forbes

James Forbes

James Forbes

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781104872007
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James Forbes: A Tale, Founded On Facts is a novel written by James Forbes and published in 1824. The book is a semi-autobiographical work that tells the story of the author’s life, from his childhood in Scotland to his travels in India and his eventual return to Europe. The novel is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on a different period in Forbes’ life.The first part of the book describes Forbes’ childhood and his early education in Scotland. The second part of the book details his travels in India, where he worked as a journalist and became involved in the political and social issues of the time. The final part of the book describes Forbes’ return to Europe, where he settled in London and became involved in the literary and artistic circles of the time.Throughout the book, Forbes reflects on his experiences and offers insights into the people and cultures he encountered. He also explores themes such as colonialism, imperialism, and cultural exchange. The book is notable for its vivid descriptions of India and its people, as well as its commentary on the political and social issues of the time.Overall, James Forbes: A Tale, Founded On Facts is a fascinating and insightful work that offers a unique perspective on the life and times of a remarkable individual. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of India, colonialism, or the literary and artistic circles of the early 19th century.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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