Letters To Nobody 1908 1913
WILSON Rt Hon Sir Guy Fleetwood
Published by John Murray, 1921
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viii 224, frontis and 3 full page plates from photographs, bookplate to the front paste down. Publishers' green cloth gilt leaping tiger vignette to the upper cover, some light rubbing to the head of the spine. Wilson a government official in India, recounts hunting bear, tiger, boar, bison, elephant, leopard, buffalo, rhinoceros, Indian lion, and buffalo. The difficulty using an elephant rifle and using the lighter .465 Holland & holland. Czech 230. Seller Inventory # 23410
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Title: Letters To Nobody 1908 1913
Publisher: John Murray
Publication Date: 1921
Edition: 1st Edn,.
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Hardcover. Condition: New. Language: English. About The Book: The author has curated a compelling collection of correspondence titled "Letters to Nobody, 1908-1913." Within the book, these letters are thoughtfully organized into distinct chapters, each illuminating various facets of the author's life and their encounters during this five-year period. These collection seem to present a wide range of topics and experiences in the author's life in India during the years 1908-1913. Here is a brief summary of the chapters. the author embarks on a journey filled with wild tiger encounters, political engagement in the 1909-1910 Legislative Council Session, and vivid travels through Sambhalpur, Harda, Delhi, and Peterhof. The narrative unfolds with captivating adventures in Kashmir, The Kyber, Sirmoor, and Benares, followed by mystical Sunderbunds encounters and insights into a Reformed Legislative Council. Further chapters explore Assam Rhinoceros encounters, insights into the Government of India in Simla, and encounters with Terai tigers and Sir John Hewett in the United Provinces. The book dives into Kathiawar lion encounters and interactions with Sir George Clarke, India's rich fauna, and the grandeur of the Second Durbar. About The Author: Sir Guy Fleetwood Wilson (1850-1940) was a distinguished British public servant, specializing in finance. Born in Florence, Italy, he joined the Home Civil Service in 1870 and later served as private secretary in Egypt. In 1883, he moved to the War Office, eventually becoming the first director-general of army finance in 1904. In 1907, he assumed the role of finance member of the council of the governor-general of India. Knighted in 1902 and a privy counsellor in 1914, he was an avid reader of The Times throughout his life and passed away in Stratford-upon-Avon at the age of 90. The Title 'Letters to Nobody 1908-1913 written/authored/edited by Sir Guy Fleetwood Wilson', published in the year 2023. The ISBN 9788121282208 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This b 238. Seller Inventory # PB1111006399774
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Hardcover. Condition: New. Language: English. About The Book: The author has curated a compelling collection of correspondence titled "Letters to Nobody, 1908-1913." Within the book, these letters are thoughtfully organized into distinct chapters, each illuminating various facets of the author's life and their encounters during this five-year period. These collection seem to present a wide range of topics and experiences in the author's life in India during the years 1908-1913. Here is a brief summary of the chapters. the author embarks on a journey filled with wild tiger encounters, political engagement in the 1909-1910 Legislative Council Session, and vivid travels through Sambhalpur, Harda, Delhi, and Peterhof. The narrative unfolds with captivating adventures in Kashmir, The Kyber, Sirmoor, and Benares, followed by mystical Sunderbunds encounters and insights into a Reformed Legislative Council. Further chapters explore Assam Rhinoceros encounters, insights into the Government of India in Simla, and encounters with Terai tigers and Sir John Hewett in the United Provinces. The book dives into Kathiawar lion encounters and interactions with Sir George Clarke, India's rich fauna, and the grandeur of the Second Durbar. About The Author: Sir Guy Fleetwood Wilson (1850-1940) was a distinguished British public servant, specializing in finance. Born in Florence, Italy, he joined the Home Civil Service in 1870 and later served as private secretary in Egypt. In 1883, he moved to the War Office, eventually becoming the first director-general of army finance in 1904. In 1907, he assumed the role of finance member of the council of the governor-general of India. Knighted in 1902 and a privy counsellor in 1914, he was an avid reader of The Times throughout his life and passed away in Stratford-upon-Avon at the age of 90. The Title 'Letters to Nobody 1908-1913 written/authored/edited by Sir Guy Fleetwood Wilson', published in the year 2023. The ISBN 9788121282215 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 238 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms 238. Seller Inventory # 1111006399774
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