Almeria's Castle: Or My Early Life In India And In England

By Henrietta Lushington

Book Overview

Almeria's Castle: Or My Early Life In India And In England is a memoir written by Henrietta Lushington and published in 1866. The book chronicles Lushington's experiences growing up in India during the early 19th century, as well as her later life in England. Lushington was born in India in 1803 and spent her early years in the country, where her father was a judge. She describes her childhood in vivid detail, including the sights, sounds, and smells of India, as well as the customs and traditions of the people who lived there. After her father's death, Lushington and her family returned to England, where she continued her education and eventually became a governess. She also became involved in various social and political causes, including the women's suffrage movement. Throughout the book, Lushington provides insights into the social and cultural norms of both India and England during the 19th century. She also reflects on her own experiences and the challenges she faced as a woman living in a male-dominated society. Almeria's Castle is a fascinating and insightful memoir that offers a unique perspective on life in India and England during the 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104609827
• ISBN13: 9781104609825
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"