The Green Goddess

Name: The Green Goddess
Author: Louise Jordan Miln

By Louise Jordan Miln

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The narrative follows a bereaved father and his surviving daughter who maintain familiar comforts while living at a distant outpost, and the daughter's uneasy contentment with that life. After a disastrous accident leaves travelers stranded near a local ruler's court, the group becomes entangled with the ruler, a venerated green deity housed in a temple, and competing codes of honor and obligation. The story juxtaposes intimate domestic observation with moments of suspense, examining cultural misunderstanding, personal duty, and the tests that strain family loyalty and moral courage.

About the Author

Louise Jordan Miln

Louise Jordan Miln was an American author and playwright known for her contributions to early 20th-century literature. She wrote several notable works, including the play "Mr. Wu," which was based on the original by H. M. Vernon and Harold Owen. Miln's writing often explored themes of cultural interaction and personal relationships, as seen in her works like "Quaint Korea" and "Mr. and Mrs. Sên." Her diverse body of work reflects her experiences in various cultural contexts, particularly in Asia, where she spent time as a performer. Miln's literary legacy includes a blend of drama and narrative that captures the complexities of human connection.