“When God gave men tongues, he never dreamed that they would want to talk about the Himalayas; there are consequently no words in the world to do it with.”
Quote by Sara Jeannette Duncan
Work
The Simple Adventures of a Memsahib
This book follows the journey of a memsahib, a British woman living in a distant country, as she navigates her new surroundings and encounters various adventures. more
Author
Sara Jeannette Duncan
Sara Jeannette Duncan was a Canadian author renowned for her novels and short stories. Born on December 22, 1861, in New Westminster, British Columbia, she spent much of her life in England. Duncan's writing often centered on the experiences of women and the intricacies of human relationships. She is best known for her novel 'The Bond' and her short story collection 'The New Magdalen'. She passed away on July 22, 1922. more
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