The Strand Magazine, Vol. 05, Issue 25, January 1893 by Various
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"The Strand Magazine, Vol. 05, Issue 25, January 1893" by Various is a collection of illustrated monthly issues, predominantly featuring serialized stories and articles written in the late 19th century. This issue opens with a narrative about a young Englishwoman, Margarita, who finds herself entangled in the traditions and lives of the Dhahs, an indigenous tribe she now rules in a foreign land. Through her story, the magazine explores themes of identity,
power, and the clash of cultures. The opening of this issue presents Margarita being addressed as the "Bond Queen of the Wandering Dhahs," describing her as an Englishwoman who reigns over a seemingly primitive people. As we are introduced to the perspective of two English men exploring Ceylon, they stumble upon a secret ceremony involving the royal swearing of loyalty to Margarita. The tension builds as a chaotic turn of events leads to an unexpected confrontation resulting from an arrow shot during the ritual. This setup hints at a blend of adventure and cultural exploration, creating a sense of intrigue about how Margarita's dual identity and her connection to her subjects will unfold alongside the impending conflict between the Dhahs and the intruding characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Newnes, George, 1851-1910 |
| Title |
The Strand Magazine, Vol. 05, Issue 25, January 1893 An Illustrated Monthly |
| Credits |
Produced by Victorian/Edwardian Pictorial Magazines, Jonathan Ingram, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Short stories, English -- Periodicals |
| Subject | English literature -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 29911 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-29911-2 |
| Release Date | Sep 5, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 791 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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