The Raj Quartet: The Jewel In The Crown; The Day Of The Scorpion; The Towers Of Silence; A Division Of The Spoils
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Paul Scott
Binding: Hardback
Published: Book Club Associates, 1985
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded spine otherwise fine
Paul Scott's monumental The Raj Quartet chronicles the tumultuous twilight of British rule in India, presenting a sweeping narrative across four interconnected novels: The Jewel In The Crown, The Day Of The Scorpion, The Towers Of Silence, and A Division Of The Spoils. This epic saga uncovers the complex interplay of personal lives and political upheaval as India moves towards independence. The narrative illustrates the profound cultural clashes and individual sacrifices made during a pivotal historical moment, maintaining a dramatic and insightful tone throughout. Scott masterfully details the intricate social fabric and the human cost of empire, offering a compelling portrait of a nation in transition. It stands as a definitive literary achievement, capturing the essence of a bygone era with remarkable depth and sensitivity.
Author: Paul Scott
Binding: Hardback
Published: Book Club Associates, 1985
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded spine otherwise fine
Paul Scott's monumental The Raj Quartet chronicles the tumultuous twilight of British rule in India, presenting a sweeping narrative across four interconnected novels: The Jewel In The Crown, The Day Of The Scorpion, The Towers Of Silence, and A Division Of The Spoils. This epic saga uncovers the complex interplay of personal lives and political upheaval as India moves towards independence. The narrative illustrates the profound cultural clashes and individual sacrifices made during a pivotal historical moment, maintaining a dramatic and insightful tone throughout. Scott masterfully details the intricate social fabric and the human cost of empire, offering a compelling portrait of a nation in transition. It stands as a definitive literary achievement, capturing the essence of a bygone era with remarkable depth and sensitivity.