The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar

incur

To bring upon oneself something undesirable

flabbergasted

(adj.) - astounded, stupefied

trance

Another word for the state of deep relaxation that can occur during hypnosis.

deciple

a follower of a person or belief

dhoti

a garment worn by male Hindus, consisting of a piece of material tied around the waist and extending to cover most of the legs.

rajah

a king or prince in India; a minor chief or dignitary

placard

a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement

turban

a traditional Muslim headdress consisting of a long scarf wrapped around the head

peculiarity

an odd or unusual feature or habit

onerous

burdensome; heavy; hard to endure

Canasta

card game

idle

lazy

conjuror

magician

remittance

money sent in payment

yogi

one who practices yoga

melancholy

sadness

obstinate

stubborn

levitation

the act of rising into the air and floating

rupee

the basic unit of money in India

rebuke

to criticize sharply