Behind An Eastern Veil: A Plain Tale (1894)

By C.J. Wills

Book Overview

Behind An Eastern Veil: A Plain Tale is a novel written by Charles James Wills and published in 1894. The story is set in the Middle East and follows the life of a young British woman named Margaret Wyndham who travels to the region to visit her brother, who is stationed there as a British officer. Margaret is fascinated by the culture and customs of the Middle East and becomes involved in the lives of the local people, particularly a young Muslim woman named Zora. As Margaret becomes more immersed in the culture, she begins to question the attitudes and beliefs of her own society and the prejudices that exist against the people of the Middle East. The novel explores themes of cultural differences, colonialism, and the role of women in society. Throughout the story, Margaret navigates the complexities of her relationships with the people she meets, including her brother's friend, a British officer named Captain George Charteris. As Margaret and Charteris become closer, they must confront the cultural and societal barriers that stand in the way of their relationship. Overall, Behind An Eastern Veil: A Plain Tale is a thought-provoking novel that offers insights into the cultural and social dynamics of the Middle East during the late 19th century. It is a compelling story of love, friendship, and the struggle for understanding across cultural divides.Of Events Occurring In The Experience Of A Lady Who Had A Unique Opportunity Of Observing The Inner Life Of Ladies Of The Upper Class In Persia.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164585703
• ISBN13: 9781164585701
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 382 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"