The Spell Of The Jungle (1910)

The Spell Of The Jungle (1910)

Alice Perrin

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104506728
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The Spell of the Jungle is a novel written by Alice Perrin and first published in 1910. The story is set in India and follows the lives of two British women, Grace and Joan, who are stranded in the jungle after their caravan is attacked by bandits. They are rescued by a young Indian man, Rama, who takes them to his village where they are welcomed by the villagers. As Grace and Joan spend time in the village, they learn about the customs and traditions of the local people and develop a deep appreciation for their way of life. They also develop a close relationship with Rama and his family, which is complicated by the cultural differences between them. However, their peaceful existence is threatened when a group of hunters arrive in the village, intent on killing a rare and sacred animal. Grace and Joan, along with Rama and the villagers, must work together to protect the animal and their way of life from the outsiders. The Spell of the Jungle is a captivating tale of adventure, romance, and cultural exchange set against the backdrop of the lush Indian jungle. It is a fascinating portrayal of the clash between Western and Eastern cultures and the challenges of finding common ground.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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