Letters of Marque by Rudyard Kipling
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About this eBook
| Author | Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936 |
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| Illustrator | Farrand, Charles D. |
| LoC No. | 04029636 |
| Title | Letters of Marque |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Letters of Marque" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century. It explores the British experience in India through the lens of travel and observation, providing insights into the customs, landscapes, and idiosyncrasies of the country's people. The principal narrative serves as a reflection on the clash of cultures and the evolution of both the travel writer and the observed subjects. At the start of the work, the reader is introduced to the notion of the "Globe-Trotter," an Englishman traveling through the Indian subcontinent, particularly captivated by the Taj Mahal. Kipling contrasts this character's superficial observations and enthusiasm with a deeper, more reverent understanding of the land and its history. He reflects on the overwhelming beauty of the Taj as seen through the morning mists, invoking both admiration and sorrow for the story behind its creation. The introduction sets the stage for a journey that combines humor, cultural critique, and a keen sense of historical context, inviting readers to ponder the complexities of colonial encounters in India. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | India -- Social life and customs |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62561 |
| Release Date | Jul 5, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 23, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 99 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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