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Letters from Malabar: And 'On the Way' - A Historical Glimpse of India at the Start of the 20th Century

Letters from Malabar: And 'On the Way' - A Historical Glimpse of India at the Start of the 20th Century

Bruce, Henry

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Letters & EssaysIndia & South AsiaIndian & South Asian History

ISBN10: 0359738346
ISBN13: 9780359738342
Publisher: Lulu Pr
Published: Jun 19 2019
Pages: 72
Weight: 0.26
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Traveler and writer Henry Bruce details the culture and qualities of the Malabar coast of India, as it was during the rule of the British Raj. Bruce begins by reflecting upon the beauty of Malabar's land, the serenity and unspoiled nature of the countryside, which is scarcely mentioned in the travel guidebooks of his era. Having spent a time touring and appreciating the region, he expresses his wish to bring its charms to a greater audience. Throughout the text, the author praises the hospitality rendered him: though old-fashioned, he finds the manner and customs of the locals charming. Describing the various locales, the reader discovers how Thrissur (rendered by Bruce in its Anglicized form as 'Trichur') appeared at the start of the 20th century. Though prosperous, the region was not ostentatious, with Bruce reporting a conviviality between the classes. The efficiency of the local administration, and the beauty of its temples and architecture, are amply noted.

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