Exile: An Outpost Of Empire (1916) - Tapa blanda

Sinopsis

Exile: An Outpost Of Empire is a novel written by Dolf Wyllarde in 1916. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the life of a young woman named Barbara Landon who is exiled from England to a remote outpost in South Africa. The reason for Barbara's exile is not immediately clear, but it soon becomes apparent that she has been sent away due to a scandal involving a prominent member of British society.As Barbara adjusts to life in the outpost, she becomes involved in the local community and begins to form relationships with the people around her. She also meets a man named Jack Carstairs, who is a member of the British military stationed in the area. Jack and Barbara fall in love, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that Barbara is still technically in exile and Jack's position in the military is precarious.Throughout the novel, Wyllarde explores themes of love, loss, and the challenges of living in a remote and often hostile environment. The story also touches on issues of race and colonialism, as the British presence in South Africa is a major factor in the lives of the characters.Overall, Exile: An Outpost Of Empire is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on life in the early 20th century. With its vivid descriptions of the South African landscape and its nuanced portrayal of complex characters, the book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the history of British colonialism.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.

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