Angel: A Sketch In Indian Ink (1901)

by B.M. Croker

Book Overview

Angel: A Sketch In Indian Ink is a novel written by Bithia Mary Croker in 1901. The story revolves around a young girl named Angel who is brought up in a convent in India. After her mother's death, she is sent to live with her father, who is a British army officer. Angel soon discovers that her father is a cruel and abusive man who treats her like a servant. She finds solace in the company of her Indian friends and the local people, who teach her about their culture and traditions.As Angel grows up, she falls in love with a young Indian man named Rama. However, their love is forbidden by society as they come from different backgrounds. Angel's father is also against their relationship and tries to keep them apart. The novel explores the themes of love, culture, and identity, and the struggles faced by individuals who try to break free from the constraints of society.Bithia Mary Croker's novel provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life in India during the British Raj. The book is written in a descriptive and engaging style, which captures the reader's imagination and transports them to a different time and place. Angel: A Sketch In Indian Ink is a timeless classic that continues to be read and enjoyed by readers around the world.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: 116457678X
• ISBN13: 9781164576785
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 382 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"