Notes From a Diary, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint): Kept Chiefly in Southern India, 1881-1886: Kept Chiefly in Southern India, 1881-1886 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Notes From a Diary, Volume II reveals a vivid slice of life in late 19th-century India—rich with travel, natural history, and personal reflection.
This diary collects daily observations from Madras to Ootacamund, blending vivid scenes of colonial life with noted natural history, conversations, and small moments of wonder. It offers a window into the era’s landscapes, scholars, and social networks, inviting readers to see how a public figure wrote, thought, and observed the world around him.
- entrancing descriptions of gardens, birds, and plants, with thoughtful notes on local science and ecology
- reflections on travel, military life, and governance in a shifting colonial world
- literary and cultural references that illuminate the author’s influences and interests
- personal anecdotes and letters that reveal daily life, friendships, and travels across southern India
Ideal for readers of travel writing, historical diaries, and natural history, this volume pairs curiosity with a keen eye for detail to recreate a bygone chapter of India’s landscape and life.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of diary entries made by a high-ranking British official in India during his tenure from 1882-1885. The entries provide a fascinating glimpse into the social, political, and intellectual life of India during the late 19th century. The author's keen observations and engaging writing style bring to life the sights, sounds, and people of a bygone era. From grand processions to intimate conversations with local rulers and scholars, this book offers a unique perspective on a pivotal time in India's history. The author's reflections on religion, culture, and the challenges of governing a diverse society resonate with timeless wisdom, making this book not only a valuable historical record but also a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in India and its rich heritage. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333031565_0
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