Caste

"Caste" by William Alexander Fraser is a story set in colonial India during the early 1900s, detailing the complicated relationships between British rulers and local Indian leaders, where hidden animosity and political plots drive the narrative. The story revolves around Nana Sahib, a Brahmin with secret anti-British feelings, and Captain Barlow, who is caught between loyalty to the British and his romantic feelings for Elizabeth Hodson, the Resident's daughter. As Mahratta rulers scheme and the British grow suspicious, a tense atmosphere builds, filled with cultural clashes, personal vendettas, and the rising threat of revolt. As these characters seek power, the blending of their relationships and political plans creates a sense of coming chaos