Publisher's Synopsis
Shadows of the Clouds is a novel written by Zeta and first published in 1847. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of the protagonist, a young woman named Isabella, who is forced to leave her home in England and travel to India with her father. Isabella's father is a military officer who has been stationed in India, and she is expected to accompany him and make a new life for herself in a foreign land.As Isabella adjusts to life in India, she encounters a variety of characters, both British and Indian, who shape her experiences and perspectives. She becomes friends with a young Indian woman named Leela, who introduces her to Indian culture and helps her navigate the complexities of life in a colonized country. Isabella also falls in love with a British officer named Edward, but their relationship is complicated by the social and cultural norms of the time.Throughout the novel, Zeta explores themes of identity, belonging, and power dynamics in colonial India. Isabella struggles to reconcile her British heritage with her growing appreciation for Indian culture, and she is forced to confront the injustices of British imperialism as she witnesses the suffering of Indian people under colonial rule.Overall, Shadows of the Clouds is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a nuanced perspective on the complexities of colonialism and its impact on individuals and societies.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.