The Hosts of the Lord (eBook)

Flora Annie Webster Steel (Autor)

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2022
287 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654732392-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Hosts of the Lord," Flora Annie Steel intricately weaves a tapestry of narratives reflecting the tumultuous, yet dynamic, sociopolitical landscape of British India during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Through the lens of her vivid characters, Steel captures the complexities of colonial life, emphasizing themes of belonging and isolation amid cultural intersections. Her writing is marked by an elegant prose style that evokes both the beauty and the strife inherent in her depictions of Indian life, expertly blending realism with evocative imagery that invites readers into her richly constructed world. Flora Annie Steel, an English novelist and a prominent figure in colonial literature, spent considerable time in India, where she developed a profound understanding of its diverse cultures and communities. Her experiences provided her with a unique perspective, allowing her to challenge prevailing colonial narratives while providing nuanced insights into both British and Indian characters. This duality in her experience informs her storytelling, creating a narrative that echoes the struggles and complexities of colonial relationships and has received acclaim for its empathetic portrayal of Indian society. Readers seeking a thoughtful exploration of the colonial experience through a lens of genuine understanding will find "The Hosts of the Lord" both enlightening and compelling. Steel's profound empathy for her characters, combined with her intricate narrative style, makes this book a significant contribution to the oeuvre of colonial literature. It is a remarkable exploration of the human condition that transcends its historical context and resonates with contemporary global issues.

Autor

Flora Annie Webster Steel (1847–1929), an English writer, is often lauded for her literary contributions that offered deep insights into Indian life and society during the British Raj. Born in Harrow on the Hill, Middlesex, she was married to Henry William Steel, a member of the Indian Civil Service, and her prolonged residence in India significantly influenced her writing. Steel's keen observation and sensitivity regarding the complexities of Indian culture and British-Indian relations are evident through her works. 'The Hosts of the Lord' is one such powerful novel that exemplifies Steel's critical view of missionary work and its impact on Indian society, reflecting her nuanced understanding of cross-cultural dynamics (Steel, 1900). Notably, her most acclaimed book, 'On the Face of the Waters' (1896), intricately portrays the 1857 Indian Rebellion, earning her a reputation for historical accuracy and vivid storytelling. A prolific author, Steel wrote over 30 books, encompassing fiction, children's literature, and social essays, using her experiences and observations in India as a backdrop. Her literary style often integrated rich character development with a passionate depiction of social issues, and she has been praised for her realistic portrayal of Indian life, well before the popularization of Anglo-Indian literature. Steel's work has been recognized for not only its artistic merit but also for contributing to the historic record of colonial India.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th century women authors • Anglo-Indian literature • British • British Colonial Literature • British Empire • British Raj • British Raj dynamics • Classics of English literature • colonial India • Colonial Indian society • Cultural Clash • cultural clash narratives • cultural identity exploration • Cultural Landscape • Cultural turmoil • English literature • female author perspective • Fiction • Flora Annie Steel novels • historical fiction india • historical fiction romance • Historical interactions • imperialism • Imperialism in literature • India • intricate character development • missionary life • Nineteenth-century India • Religious conflict narrative • religious themes in fiction • Social change themes • social impacts • spirituality and belief • victorian era fiction