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Imperial India: Letters From The East (1903)

Imperial India: Letters From The East (1903)

Hobbes, John Oliver

Paperback

Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesIndian & South Asian History

ISBN10: 116415107X
ISBN13: 9781164151074
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 84
Weight: 0.27
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Imperial India: Letters From The East is a book written by John Oliver Hobbes and published in 1903. It is a collection of letters that the author wrote while traveling through India during the height of British colonialism. The book provides a unique perspective on the British Raj, as seen through the eyes of an outsider who was both fascinated by and critical of the culture and customs of India.The letters cover a wide range of topics, from the author's observations on the landscape and wildlife of India, to his encounters with local people and their customs. Hobbes writes about the stark contrast between the opulence of the British colonial rulers and the poverty of the Indian people, as well as the complex social and political dynamics of the time.Through his writing, Hobbes offers a nuanced and insightful analysis of the impact of British imperialism on India, and the ways in which it shaped the country's culture and identity. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British colonialism, as well as for those interested in the cultural and social dynamics of India during this pivotal period in its history. Overall, Imperial India: Letters From The East is a fascinating and thought-provoking read that sheds light on the complex and often fraught relationship between Britain and India during the colonial era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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