The rape that was the central event in Scott's novel, "The Jewel in the Crown", is reexamined here, from the point-of-view of Hari Kumar, who was unjustly accused and who finally, two years after the crime, tells the true story to the victim's aunt. In Indian society, political tensions are increasing as the country moves inexorably toward the end of British rule. This is epitomized by the corrupt police chief, Ronald Merrick, who had been instrumental in Kumar's false arrest--and whose position (as both police chief and ...
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The rape that was the central event in Scott's novel, "The Jewel in the Crown", is reexamined here, from the point-of-view of Hari Kumar, who was unjustly accused and who finally, two years after the crime, tells the true story to the victim's aunt. In Indian society, political tensions are increasing as the country moves inexorably toward the end of British rule. This is epitomized by the corrupt police chief, Ronald Merrick, who had been instrumental in Kumar's false arrest--and whose position (as both police chief and symbol) is seriously undermined by the revelation of Kumar's innocence and his release from prison.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Good. Scott, Paul Day Of The Scorpion Edge and corner wear. Light creases to cover. Pages are tanning. All orders shipped with tracking number and e-mail confirmation. All Orders Shipped With Tracking And Delivery Confirmation Numbers.
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Good. Good condition. (India, Historical Fiction) A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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Very Good. Reprint. Mass market paperback. Owner's blind-embossed stamp on endpapers and rear wrapper, creased spine with sticker, a good only copy. Scott's epic fiction sequence about the dissolution of the British rule in India.
