Cross, Victoria 1868-1952 creator text utu 2004 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Six Women" by Victoria Cross is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of love, desire, and complex relationships, particularly through the experiences of the central character, Hamilton, whose journey through passion and disillusionment unfolds against the backdrop of colonial India. At the start of the novel, Hamilton is depicted as a handsome yet despondent civil servant grappling with the aftermath of a failed marriage that has left him emotionally drained. As he wanders through the streets, seeking respite from his woes, he unexpectedly finds himself drawn into a performance featuring dancers from the Deccan. The story introduces Saidie, a strikingly beautiful dancer who immediately captivates Hamilton's attention and sparks an awakening within him. The opening scenes highlight Hamilton's internal struggles with his past and set the stage for a transformational relationship that challenges societal norms, ultimately leading to significant changes in both their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2004-08-21 Produced by Janet Kegg and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team Original publication data not identified Fiction PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13238 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13238 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133319.0 13238