ISBN: 9780259548645 - Life and Letters of Toru Dutt (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This captivating biography reconstructs the life and work of Toru Dutt, a 19th-century Indian poet and writer who composed lyric verse in English at a time when it was rare for women, especially Indian women, to do so. The author meticulously pieces together Toru's story through letters, reminiscences, and an analysis of her published works, revealing a remarkable figure whose literary achievements transcended cultural boundaries and continue to inspire generations of readers. By examining the social context of Toru's life and tracing her influences, this biography not only celebrates the life of an extraordinary writer but also sheds light on the complex literary and cultural exchanges between East and West during a time of great change. 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.…