“To Let”

by B.M. Croker

B. M. Croker's book "To Let" provides a fascinating look into colonial India's social and political climate. The story examines issues of class, gender, power, and the effects of colonialism on both the colonizers and the colonized. The rich natural surroundings, the vibrant social scene, and the complex relationships between the British colonists and Indian indigenous are all vividly described in this account of life in colonial India. The book also explores the politics of the forthcoming Viceroy's visit and the ensuing tensions, illuminating the intricate power relationships that existed in colonial India.
A well written and captivating book, "To Let" provides a complex and interesting depiction of life in colonial India. Anyone interested in Indian history and the legacy of colonialism should study it since it makes a significant addition to the canon of colonial literature.

Genres: Short Stories

139 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1896

About the author

Bithia Mary (or May) Croker (née Sheppard, c. 1848-1920) was an Irish novelist, most of whose work concerns life and society in British India. Her 1917 novel The Road to Mandalay, set in Burma, was the uncredited basis for a 1926 American silent film, of which only excerpts survive. She was also a notable writer of ghost stories.
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Reviews

[Aimee · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5

[Nathan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this story. I listened to it on Audible's Horror Channel. I'd never heard of the author before. The story was eerie and well-written and the reader did a wonderful job.