Civilization (Classic Reprint): Tales of the Orient - Couverture souple

Motte, Ellen N. La

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ISBN 10 : 1330692942 ISBN 13 : 9781330692943

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A trip into the tropics reveals power, misunderstanding, and a clash of cultures in a colonial world.

Mercier’s arrival on a sunlit island opens a window into life in a distant colony. The narrative moves from tense human moments to the broad, uneasy politics of empire, showing both the beauty of the setting and the strain of its social order. Across brief scenes, excerpts follow prisoners, officials, and local intermediaries as they navigate duty, danger, and desire for justice.

- Lifelike vignettes of tropical life, colonial work, and the goods that move through a bustling port
- Interactions among officials, traders, and local figures that expose power dynamics and cultural gaps
- Framing questions about justice, loyalty, and the costs of “civilization”
- A mood that blends romance, satire, and moral ambiguity in a distant world

Ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction with sharp social observation and vivid, portable scenes from the Orient.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1330692942
ISBN 13: 9781330692943
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 269
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Civilization: Tales of the Orient (Classic Reprint)

Ellen N. La Motte

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 1330692942 ISBN 13 : 9781330692943

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a complex and nuanced exploration of the experiences of Asian people within colonial and post-colonial societies. The author delves into the personal and political struggles faced by individuals caught between different cultures, addressing themes of identity, belonging and the lasting impacts of imperialism. The book provides insights into the experiences of Chinese people, and more broadly, people of Asian descent, as they navigate the complexities of living in a world often defined by power imbalances and cultural divides. Ultimately, it highlights the enduring importance of human connection and resilience in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781330692943_0

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