Centuries-old customs are alive and well in Jane Richardson's novel Steadfast the Lamp!
Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.5 , 302 pages.
$24.95 + s/h
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Description
Fusing cultures requires a delicate balance for newlyweds Hindu Mohan and Christian Karen. Necessity moves the young couple from Cleveland, Ohio to Secunderabad in Andhra Pradesh, South India. Sights and sounds come alive as the reader moves about the vibrant countryside. Cultures of the orthodox Hindu come to life in seldom-viewed, rich, provocative rituals, including Seemanthum.
This fascinating love story also transports the reader to vibrant Tirupati, Kancheepurum and Calcutta's Kalipuja.
The newlyweds strive to protect their love as Nobel prize-winner Rabindranath Tagore said in his poem Gitanjoli — "Steadfast the lamp burns, sheltered from the wind."
The joys and sorrows of an average family reveal more than average love and caring. A gripping tale.
What Others are Saying about Steadfast the Lamp
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"A very beautifully written story which demonstrates the author's deep understanding of the cultural differences between East and West and how pure love can transcend them. As an Indian settled in the US, I could relate to the nuances expressed by the author while dealing with the thought processes of the characters molded by their respective cultures. The language is flowery but lucid. A very captivating novel written in exquisite detail."
— Ravi Gutala, San Jose, California
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"Jane Richardson has captured most of Indian lifestyles, mentalities and mannerisms so well."
— Sarala Bhatt, Marlboro, New Jersey
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"India's spectacular ancient architecture is vividly portrayed. Steadfast returned me to this exotic land. I again watched the rice grow, smelled spices, and thrilled to fascinating sights while learning about various cultures. An exciting, informative fast-moving book."
— M.R. Immormino, Architect, Cleveland, Ohio
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"Another world-class novel ... A beautifully poignant love story. This is a story you don't want to end."
— G. Wyckoff, Author, New York
About the author
Jane Richardson has had a full and varied career as a travel consultant, photographer, author, lecturer, and artist, in addition to being a wife and mom.
She has traveled 25 times through India since 1969, living with people in all walks of life, from village huts to palaces of north and south. Her background is obviously broad and varied. She has also designed tour packages and escorted numerous tour groups, some of one-month duration, with the added "job" of discussing family life, customs, religions, etc.
She is able to astutely "read" her fellow man. This made friends from "the poorest of the poor," to Prime Ministers, Presidents, and earned her a membership into the oldest royal family in the world.
Richardson's experiences are evident by her books' authentic details and excellent descriptions. The Deccan Chronicle wrote: "She is really interested in knowing and staying with ordinary people." The magazine "Andhra Pradesh" also wrote: "Mrs. Richardson is a shrewd reader of men and penetrating observer."\
Richardson's talents again shine in Eddie Elias. She has written twelve books, including four on India and five biographies.
Richardson lives in Stow, Ohio.
Book Details
Steadfast the Lamp by Jane Richardson
Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.5
302 pages.
$24.95
ISBN: 978-1-879403-11-6, 1-879403-11-0
