The Great White Hand; Or, the Tiger of Cawnpore: A story of the Indian Mutiny

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The Great White Hand; Or, the Tiger of Cawnpore: A story of the Indian Mutiny

by J. E. (Joyce Emmerson) Muddock

EN·~9 hours

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Description

The tale unfolds during the tumultuous year of the Indian Mutiny, when rebellion sweeps across the subcontinent and throws both soldiers and civilians into chaos. The story follows a young British officer returning from Scotland, thrust into the heat of Delhi and the siege of Cawnpore. Through vivid descriptions of market streets, jungle paths and makeshift forts, the narrative captures the raw energy of a nation in revolt.

At the heart of the conflict stands the enigmatic “Tiger of Cawnpore,” a charismatic leader whose bravery and cruelty blur the line between hero and villain. Our protagonist must navigate shifting loyalties, a love that blossoms amid gunfire, and the ever‑present danger that any misstep could mean death. The novel blends romance, moral dilemma, and battlefield drama, offering listeners an immersive glimpse of a historic upheaval without sacrificing personal intrigue.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~9 hours (523K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Original publisher

United Kingdom: Hutchison & Co., 1896.

Credits

Sonya Schermann, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2022-06-16

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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J. E. (Joyce Emmerson) Muddock

1843–1934

A hugely prolific British journalist and storyteller, this Victorian-era writer helped shape early detective fiction under the pen name Dick Donovan. His work ranged from mysteries and thrillers to horror and historical adventures, giving readers a vivid taste of popular fiction before the genre fully took modern form.

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