The Star Of India (1886)
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ISBN10: 1120930685
ISBN13: 9781120930682
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 118
Weight: 0.37
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781120930682
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 118
Weight: 0.37
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Star of India is a novel written by Henry Sade and first published in 1886. The story is set in India during the late 19th century and follows the adventures of a young Englishman named Reginald Hastings. Reginald is sent to India by his father, a wealthy merchant, to learn the ropes of the family business. However, he soon becomes embroiled in a dangerous game of espionage and intrigue.Reginald is tasked with retrieving a valuable diamond called the Star of India, which has been stolen from the British government. His mission takes him across India, from the bustling streets of Calcutta to the remote jungles of the interior. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful Indian princess, a ruthless bandit leader, and a mysterious European spy.As Reginald gets closer to recovering the Star of India, he realizes that there is more at stake than just a precious gemstone. The fate of the British Empire in India hangs in the balance, and it is up to him to save the day. With danger lurking around every corner, Reginald must use all of his wit and cunning to outsmart his enemies and complete his mission.The Star of India is a thrilling adventure novel that combines elements of romance, suspense, and historical fiction. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of colonial India and the complex relationships between the British and Indian cultures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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