Told in the East by Talbot Mundy

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Author Mundy, Talbot, 1879-1940
Title Told in the East
Contents Hookum hai -- For the salt which he had eaten -- Mac Hassan Ah.
Credits Produced by Jake Jaqua, and David Widger
Summary "Told in the East" by Talbot Mundy is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story is set during the time of the British Raj in India and revolves around the character Sergeant William Brown, who is tasked with guarding a crossroads with a small contingent of men. As tensions rise, the story delves into themes of duty, colonialism, superstition, and the brewing rebellion that is about to engulf India. The opening of the book introduces us to the harsh Indian landscape, with Sergeant Brown managing his men as a blood-red sun sets. As the tale unfolds, we see Brown grappling with the presence of a mysterious and seemingly malevolent fakir who claims to have the power to curse him. As Brown maintains order amidst a growing sense of unease, he encounters unsettling prophecies of impending bloodshed, hinting at the larger unrest that looms in the background. The tension escalates as Brown's rigid adherence to duty puts him at odds with the chaos around him, presaging the tumultuous events of the rebellion that is about to erupt. Throughout this opening, Mundy sets the stage for a gripping exploration of the intricacies of colonial rule and the myriad of forces at play within it. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject India -- Fiction
Subject British -- India -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 5315
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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