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Levett Yeats, S. (Sidney)
1916
Levett Yeats, Sidney
Yeats, S. Levett
Levett-Yeats, S. (Sidney)
Levett-Yeats, Sidney Kilner
A Galahad of the Creeks; The Widow Lamport
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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.)
Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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India -- Fiction
Burma -- Fiction
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Category: Historical Novels
Category: Romance
Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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