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About The Book: Kela Bai: An Anglo-Indian Idyll by Charles Johnston is a narrative that explores the life of Kela Bai, an Anglo-Indian woman caught between two worlds. Set in British-occupied India, the story delves into the complexities of colonial society, examining themes of cultural conflict, identity, and belonging. Kela Bai navigates the challenges of being of mixed heritage, struggling with her place in both Indian and British circles. Johnston’s portrayal offers a nuanced depiction of Anglo-Indian life, capturing the intricacies of personal and societal dynamics in 19th-century India while shedding light on the emotional and cultural tensions of the time. About The Author: Charles Johnston (1867–1931) was an Irish writer, journalist, and scholar with expertise in Theosophy, Sanskrit, and Indian philosophy. He authored works such as Kela Bai: An Anglo-Indian Idyll (1900), a novel about Anglo-Indian life, and The Bhagavad Gita: The Songs of the Master (1908), translating key philosophical texts. Johnston also contributed significantly to understanding Eastern philosophy, writing on Vedanta, Yoga Sutras, and the Upanishads. His works bridged Eastern wisdom with Western thought, including travel books like Ireland: Historic and Picturesque (1902). Johnston's legacy lies in his ability to make Indian spiritual philosophy accessible to a Western audience. The Title 'Kela Bai an Anglo-Indian Idyll written/authored/edited by Charles Johnston', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369206940 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 118 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.