A Galahad of the Creeks; The Widow Lamport by S. Levett Yeats
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"A Galahad of the Creeks; The Widow Lamport" by S. Levett Yeats is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Peregrine Jackson, a freshly appointed assistant commissioner in Burma, as he navigates the challenges of governing a foreign land, becoming embroiled in the local culture, politics, and personal relationships. With a setting that blends adventure and romance, the narrative promises to explore themes of duty, ambition, and the
complexities of colonial life. The opening of the novel introduces us to Peregrine Jackson on his journey to Pazobin, his new home. As he arrives by steamer, he is greeted by an array of sights and smells that mark the vibrant yet challenging environment he must adapt to. The narrative vividly depicts the bustling town and its diverse inhabitants, including a police officer and a missionary. We see Jackson's aspirations and his youthful naiveté regarding the responsibilities that lie ahead. He grapples with his ideals of governance while trying to manage the realities of a land steeped in its own customs and challenges. The stage is set for conflicts both external and internal as Jackson embarks on his role amid the complex tapestry of Burma's society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Levett Yeats, S. (Sidney), 1858?-1916 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Galahad of the Creeks; The Widow Lamport |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | India -- Fiction |
| Subject | Burma -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38306 |
| Release Date | Dec 14, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 304 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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