Life and Travel in India by Anna Harriette Leonowens
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| Author | Leonowens, Anna Harriette, 1831-1915 |
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| Title |
Life and Travel in India Being Recollections of a Journey Before the Days of Railroads |
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| Summary | "Life and Travel in India" by Anna Harriette Leonowens is a historical travelogue written in the late 19th century. This account presents the author's personal experiences and observations of life in India during her travels prior to the advent of railroads, depicting various cultures, traditions, and the landscape of this diverse country. The narrative reveals rich descriptions of places, peoples, and ceremonies, providing a vivid window into India's past. The opening of the work introduces the author’s arrival in Bombay, where she is immediately captivated by the beauty and complexity of the surroundings. With a sense of wonder, she describes the picturesque harbor, its distinctive islands, and the vibrant life of the local inhabitants, including European settlers, traders, and diverse Indian communities. Leonowens reflects on her mixed feelings about the contrasts between the British colonial presence and the indigenous cultures, setting the stage for her explorations and insights that will follow throughout her journey in India. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | India -- Description and travel |
| Subject | India -- Social life and customs |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 52896 |
| Release Date | Aug 25, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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