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Mundy, Talbot
1879
1940
Gribbon, William Lancaster
Told in the East
Hookum hai -- For the salt which he had eaten -- Mac Hassan Ah.
Produced by Jake Jaqua, and David Widger
"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.)
Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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India -- Fiction
British -- India -- Fiction
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Adventure
Category: Historical Novels
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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