The Adventures Of A Rupee (1783)
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Overview
The Adventures of a Rupee is a novel written by Helenus Scott in 1783. The story follows the journey of a rupee coin as it is passed from one person to another in India during the late 18th century. The rupee travels through the hands of people from different social classes and backgrounds, including a wealthy merchant, a poor farmer, a soldier, and a thief. Throughout its journey, the rupee witnesses the struggles, joys, and injustices of the people who possess it. It also experiences the changing political and social landscape of India during the British colonial period. The novel is an insightful commentary on the social and economic conditions of India during the time period. It also explores themes of greed, corruption, and the struggle for power. Overall, The Adventures of a Rupee is a fascinating and thought-provoking read that offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of India.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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- ISBN-13: 9781165919987
- ISBN-10: 1165919982
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.59 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.83 pounds
- Page Count: 280
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