The Potter's Thumb - Steel, Flora Annie

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Résumé :
?The Potter's Thumb? is a 1900 historical novel by Flora Annie Steel. Flora Annie Steel (1847 ? 1929) was an English writer who notably lived in British India for 22 years and is best remembered for her books set or related to the sub-continent. This fascinating novel offers the reader a glimpse into colonial India that is typical of Steel's fiction, weaving a delicate story to the backdrop of British imperialism in an exotic land. An entertaining and insightful novel, ?The Potter's Thumb? is highly recommended for those with an interest in India's history and will not disappoint those who have read and enjoyed other works by this author. Also by this author: ?Tales of the Punjab? (1894) and ?The Flower of Forgiveness? (1894). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

Biographie:
Flora Annie Steel (1847-1929) was a British author known for her evocative historical fiction and insightful portrayals of British colonial life in India. Born in the Victorian era, Steel's literary career was significantly shaped by her experiences living in British India, where she and her husband resided for many years. This immersion in the colonial experience deeply influenced her writing, allowing her to capture the complexities and nuances of the era with authenticity. Steel is perhaps best known for her novels that explore British-Indian relationships and the socio-political dynamics of colonial society. Her works, such as On the Face of the Waters and The Sign of the Spider, offer rich, detailed settings and multifaceted characters, reflecting both the cultural conflicts and personal dramas of the time. Her writing is noted for its detailed descriptions, strong sense of place, and nuanced understanding of the colonial experience. In addition to her novels, Steel wrote short stories and articles, contributing to the broader literary landscape of her time. Her work remains a valuable resource for understanding the colonial period and its impact on both British and Indian societies....

Sommaire:
Flora Annie Steel (1847-1929) was an English writer and collector of fairy tales. She lived in British India for over 20 years and much of her work is set in or connected to Punjab. Her most well-known work includes the short story collection 'Tales of the Punjab' (1894)....