Lyrics Of The Begum: A Comic Opera In Two Acts (1887) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165464562)

""Lyrics Of The Begum: A Comic Opera In Two Acts"" is a book written by Harry Bache Smith in 1887. The book is a humorous and satirical take on the British Raj in India during the late 19th century. The story revolves around the character of the Begum, a wealthy Indian woman who is determined to marry an Englishman in order to gain social status and power. The opera is filled with witty lyrics, catchy tunes, and comical characters that poke fun at the cultural differences between the British and the Indians. The book also touches on themes of love, power, and the clash of cultures. Overall, ""Lyrics Of The Begum"" is a delightful read that offers a unique perspective on the colonial era in 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.

Author: Harry Bache Smith, Reginald de Koven
ISBN-10: 116546456X
ISBN-13: 9781165464562
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 36
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.31lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.09d