An Indian Priestess: The Life of Chundra Lela by: Ada Lee / 1903 / Religion/Biography / Hardcover / Good Condition
Vintage copy, 1903 copyright. Minor shelf wear, tear on tissue page between first facing and title pages.
Set in 19th‑century India, this account follows Chundra Lela, a young woman who begins as a priestess in Nepal and travels through hardship, study, and self‑discovery. It chronicles her years of pilgrimage, the pull of Hindu tradition, and her eventual conversion through close contact with Christian teachers in Calcutta. The narrative balances personal history with broader themes of faith, cultural clash, and the power of education to transform lives. The book also highlights Ada Lee’s life as a missionary and her work training girls, teaching from the Bible, and building a school that offers hope to destitute families.Readers will encounter stories of resilience, cross‑cultural exchange, and the shaping of a woman who embraces a new path while confronting harsh social norms. The text offers a window into daily life, religious practice, and the early efforts of Christian missions in India and Nepal. A1006
An Indian Priestess: The Life of Chundra Lela by: Ada Lee / 1903 / Religion/Biography / Hardcover / Good Condition
Vintage copy, 1903 copyright. Minor shelf wear, tear on tissue page between first facing and title pages.
Set in 19th‑century India, this account follows Chundra Lela, a young woman who begins as a priestess in Nepal and travels through hardship, study, and self‑discovery. It chronicles her years of pilgrimage, the pull of Hindu tradition, and her eventual conversion through close contact with Christian teachers in Calcutta. The narrative balances personal history with broader themes of faith, cultural clash, and the power of education to transform lives. The book also highlights Ada Lee’s life as a missionary and her work training girls, teaching from the Bible, and building a school that offers hope to destitute families.Readers will encounter stories of resilience, cross‑cultural exchange, and the shaping of a woman who embraces a new path while confronting harsh social norms. The text offers a window into daily life, religious practice, and the early efforts of Christian missions in India and Nepal. A1006
