India

A forgotten jewel of 19th-century imagination India: The Pearl of Pearl River sweeps readers into a lush romantic vision of colonial India where passion intrigue and cultural encounter collide.Emma Dorothy Eliza Nevitte Southworth s evocative historical fiction follows lives entwined across oceans and empires blending a timeless love story with richly observed scenes of Indian life and landscape. Southworth one of the era s most prolific classic American authors crafts characters whose loyalties desires and moral struggles illuminate both personal drama and the complexities of exploring colonial India. Readers will find romance adventure and social reflection woven through a narrative steeped in period detail and human warmth.This edition republished by Alpha Editions after decades out of print restores Southworth s voice for today s and future generations. Meticulously edited and presented as more than a reprint this volume is a collector s item and cultural treasure for vintage book enthusiasts and lovers of literary classics alike. Whether you are drawn to historical romance novels exploring colonial India in literature or completing your collection of Southworth s literary works this restored text offers both scholarly value and emotional resonance.Perfect for fans of India historical fiction and 19th century literature Pearl of Pearl River book returns a lost masterpiece to public view an essential addition to any library celebrating Indian cultural heritage timeless love stories and the enduring power of classic American storytelling.