The Naulahka: A Story of West and East
Book • 1892
Originally serialized in The Century Magazine from 1891 to 1892, 'The Naulahka' follows two Americans in India: Kate Sheriff, a feminist medical missionary aiming to aid oppressed Indian women, and Nick Tarvin, an entrepreneur seeking a valuable Indian necklace to influence railway construction.
Set in the fictional state of Rahore, the novel explores themes of cultural clash, gender inequality, and colonial intrigue.
While Kipling sympathized with the plight of Indian women, the story portrays the resistance to change rooted in tradition.
The collaboration resulted in a mixed reception, with some critics noting artistic confusion but recognizing its engaging narrative and depiction of East-West encounters.
Set in the fictional state of Rahore, the novel explores themes of cultural clash, gender inequality, and colonial intrigue.
While Kipling sympathized with the plight of Indian women, the story portrays the resistance to change rooted in tradition.
The collaboration resulted in a mixed reception, with some critics noting artistic confusion but recognizing its engaging narrative and depiction of East-West encounters.
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Mentioned as a novel co-written by Kipling and Wolcott Balestier, considered not one of Kipling's best works.
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313. Rudyard Kipling: Escaping India & Writing The Jungle Book (Part 2)
