A Syrup of the Bees

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bain, F. W. (Francis William), 1863-1940.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Syrup of the Bees" by F. W. Bain is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of love, jealousy, and the complexities of relationships through the lens of Indian mythology and fairy tales. The characters include gods, magical beings known as Widyádharas, and mortals, weaving a rich tapestry of narratives that delve into human emotions and desires. The opening of the book sets the stage in a mystical Indian city where King Arunodaya is mourning the sudden deaths of his wife and himself due to treachery. As Maheshwara, the deity, and his consort Uma observe the turmoil, they decide to intervene through a prophecy that hints at a connection between Arunodaya and a woman from his past life. The plot revolves around his quest to find his former wife while navigating jealousy and the magical intricacies of love. The narrative hints at the unique characteristics of Indian fairies, contrasting them with their European counterparts, and establishing the tone for a story deeply rooted in cultural traditions and mythological motifs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Edwards, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2011-04-21