Rama's Labyrinth: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)

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Biographical historical fiction that takes the reader across India during the last decades of the British Raj. From a girlhood among Hindu shrines to widowhood and Christian conversion, Rama seeks her destiny. Is it only to educate Hindu widows? Or does God have a larger plan in mind? Rama’s Labyrinth traces the life of Pandita Ramabai, a social reformer who rose above personal adversity to rescue and educate famine victims.

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Sandra Wagner-Wright holds the doctoral degree in history and taught women’s and global history at the University of Hawai`i. Rama’s Labyrinth is her first work of historical fiction. When she’s not researching or writing, Sandra enjoys travel, including trips to India, South Africa, and the Galapagos Islands. Sandra particularly likes writing about strong women who make a difference. She lives in Hilo, Hawai`i with her family and writes a weekly blog relating to history, travel, and the idiosyncrasies of life. Check out Sandra’s webpage at www.sandrawagnerwright.com

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After Rama began reciting, she and Srinivas enjoyed a more comfortable life. Srinivas thought they could do even better. He decided it was time to leave the pilgrim path and migrate to Calcutta. He believed Rama proved the women's worth. She had a role to fulfill. Rama isn't so sure.

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Rama's Labyrinth: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)

Calcutta. The sounds, the smells, the intensity were too much to grasp. As they walked through the gates, Rama covered her face in terror and almost slipped in the mud.

Rama's Labyrinth: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)

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Sandra Wagner-Wright

Rama's Labyrinth: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)

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Author Biography

Author Insight

Turning Point

After Rama began reciting, she and Srinivas enjoyed a more comfortable life. Srinivas thought they could do even better. He decided it was time to leave the pilgrim path and migrate to Calcutta. He believed Rama proved the women's worth. She had a role to fulfill. Rama isn't so sure.

Book Excerpt

Rama's Labyrinth: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)

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