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Title: A Mine of Faults
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "A Mine of Faults" by F. W. Bain is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative intricately weaves themes of love and diplomacy through a story set in ancient Hindu culture, focusing on the dynamics between a goddess and her divine consort, Maheshwara, as well as their human counterparts, King Chand and his eventual romantic interest. The exploration of femininity and the complexities of attraction, especially in relation to perceived faults, hints at a philosophical underpinning regarding the nature of beauty and desire. The opening of the tale introduces readers to the philosophical musings surrounding the nature of women, likening them to "a mine of faults" that contribute to their allure. As the narrative unfolds, we find ourselves in a magical setting where King Chand initially expresses deep disdain for women, reinforced by his upbringing as a warrior. Yet, a chance encounter with the enchanting daughter of King Mitra stirs feelings within him that he struggles to comprehend, leading to an internal battle as he wades through his prejudices regarding love and femininity. This blend of enchanting prose and thought-provoking dialogue sets the stage for a nuanced exploration of relationships, identity, and the intersection of strength and vulnerability. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Bain, F. W. (Francis William), 1863-1940
EBook No.: 48911
Published: May 9, 2015
Downloads: 139
Language: English
Subject: Fantasy fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: A Mine of Faults
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "A Mine of Faults" by F. W. Bain is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative intricately weaves themes of love and diplomacy through a story set in ancient Hindu culture, focusing on the dynamics between a goddess and her divine consort, Maheshwara, as well as their human counterparts, King Chand and his eventual romantic interest. The exploration of femininity and the complexities of attraction, especially in relation to perceived faults, hints at a philosophical underpinning regarding the nature of beauty and desire. The opening of the tale introduces readers to the philosophical musings surrounding the nature of women, likening them to "a mine of faults" that contribute to their allure. As the narrative unfolds, we find ourselves in a magical setting where King Chand initially expresses deep disdain for women, reinforced by his upbringing as a warrior. Yet, a chance encounter with the enchanting daughter of King Mitra stirs feelings within him that he struggles to comprehend, leading to an internal battle as he wades through his prejudices regarding love and femininity. This blend of enchanting prose and thought-provoking dialogue sets the stage for a nuanced exploration of relationships, identity, and the intersection of strength and vulnerability. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Bain, F. W. (Francis William), 1863-1940
EBook No.: 48911
Published: May 9, 2015
Downloads: 139
Language: English
Subject: Fantasy fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.