“It's one thing to be helpless as one tries to lace a corset or to mount an elephant, quite another to be helpless as a bandit pushes a black steel knife against the flesh of your throat while his brother comes to join him.”
Quote by John Speed
Work
The Temple Dancer: A Novel of India
The story delves into the world of temple dancers in India, offering a glimpse into their culture and the challenges they face. more
Author
John Speed
John Speed (1552-1629), an English cartographer and historian, is renowned for his influential maps and contributions to the dissemination of geographical knowledge. His works have had a profound impact on the field of cartography and the study of history. more
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