02418cam a22003013u 4500 49033 UtSlPG 20260610134128.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Bain, F. W. (Francis William), 1863-1940 A Draught of the Blue, together with An Essence of the Dusk Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-05-23 Produced by Al Haines "A Draught of the Blue, together with An Essence of the Dusk" by F. W. Bain is a poetic work that blends philosophy, romance, and the exploration of Indian mythology, likely written in the early 20th century. The text seems to delve into profound themes surrounding love, loss, and the transcendental nature of existence, featuring characters that embody various aspects of human experience and emotion. Central to the narrative appears to be a king named Rudrálaka and his interactions, both past and present, with a woman named Alichumbitá, suggesting a story steeped in romantic and mystical elements. At the start of the work, the reader is introduced to the author's reflective meditation on the nature of existence and the interplay between life and death, underscoring a rich tapestry of imagery and philosophical thought. The opening sets a scene of lush natural beauty, as the protagonist experiences moments of connection with the environment and hints at a deeper yearning for love and companionship. This internal conflict emerges as Alichumbitá, a beautiful maiden closely tied to the forest and her father's will, grapples with her feelings upon meeting Rudrálaka, further complicating their budding relationship by noting her preordained engagement to another. The introduction indicates that the narrative will explore these themes of duty, desire, and the cyclical nature of life and love through lush, evocative language and rich cultural references. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fantasy fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49033 89871 89871