The Betrayal of Shere Bahadur
Sher Bahadur, a young Nepali man, is betrayed by his friend and mentor, who sells him out to the British colonial authorities. Despite his innocence, Sher Bahadur is sentenced to death and executed. The novel explores themes of loyalty, friendship, and the corrupting influence of power.
By B.M. Croker · First published 1924 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance · 6,633 words
First lines
I am merely the wife of a British subaltern, whereas my aunt Jane is the consort of a commissioner. One must go to India, to realize the enormous and unfathomable gulf which yawns between these two positions.
Take, for instance, that important difference -- the difference in pay. On the first of each month, Aunt Jane's lord and master receives several thousand and odd rupees -- a heavy load for two staggering peons to carry from the treasury -- whereas my husband's poor little pittance, of two hundred and fifty-six rupees and odd annas, our bearer swings in a lean canvas bag, and in one hand, with an air of jaunty contempt!
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The Betrayal of Shere Bahadur is listed on Textopian as a short story by B.M. Croker, dated 1924 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: B.M. Croker
- Date: 1924 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance, Drama, Mystery
- Length: 6,633 words
- Structure: 1 section, 83 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book takes place in India during the late 19th and early 20th century, providing a historical context to the narrative.
- Adventure — The main character, Shere Bahadur, frequently encounters danger, takes risks, and navigates complex situations and landscapes.
- Romance — A significant part of the narrative centers around romantic relationships and their complications.
- Drama — The story is filled with vivid characters, internal and external conflicts, which create tension and emotionally charged scenarios.
Tags
Adventure · Fiction · Historical Fiction · India · Mystery · Romance · Suspense · Thriller · Travel · Cultural · Social Commentary · Political Intrigue