Sinopsis
Discover a vivid glimpse into early 19th‑century India and England through the translated letters of a Hindoo Rajah. This two‑volume edition presents a firsthand voice on history, religion, and manners, offering readers a rare window into cross‑cultural perspectives a generation after travel began to reshape the world.
This edition compiles epistolary writings written before and during residence in England, prefaced by a preliminary dissertation on the Hindoo world. The letters blend personal reflection, social observation, and episodes from voyage and life abroad, revealing hopes, curiosities, and the challenges of navigating two very different civilizations. Thoughtful, sometimes humorous, and at times reflective, the writings illuminate daily life, etiquette, and shifting ideas of virtue and authority.
- Engaging primary‑source voice that illuminates early colonial-era attitudes and cultural exchange.
- Historical context on religion, manners, and social norms as seen through a traveling close observer.
- Rich scenes of travel, ships, ports, and the interplay between East and West in the era.
- Notes on writing, translation, and the nature of knowledge in a pre‑modern world.
Ideal for readers interested in travel writing, cross‑cultural history, and 19th‑century perspectives on empire, religion, and everyday life. The volume combines literary curiosity with historical detail, inviting reflection on how cultures view one another and how personal experience shapes understanding.
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical letters, cultural history, and the unique voice of a traveler’s chronicle rendered across two continents.
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Excerpt from Translation of the Letters of a Hindoo Rajah, Vol. 2 of 2: Written Previous to and During the Period of His Residence in England; To Which Is Prefixed a Preliminary Dissertation on the History, Religion, and Manners, of the Hindoos
P raise to Vamna! Under the guidance of whose potent arm, behold thy friend sur rounded by the billows of the mighty ocean.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Excerpt from Translation of the Letters of a Hindoo Rajah, Vol. 2 of 2: Written Previous to and During the Period of His Residence in England; To Which Is Prefixed a Preliminary Dissertation on the History, Religion, and Manners, of the Hindoos
Below is the bound less expanse of waters, the congregated waves of which, like the chiefs of some great republick, alternately rise into the majesty of power, and retire into the peace of obscurity.
From the benevolence and friendship of Captain Grey, I received every assistance in preparing for my voyage, and procured every necessary that could tend to its comfort. I have also from him Letters of introduction to his friends, with a sketch of the character of each, so that I shall have the advantage of a sort of pre-acquaintance in a land of strangers. From Morton, I have received letters for his mother and sisters, accompanied by some valuable presents, which the generous hand of Grey enabled him to procure for them.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of letters exchanged between Zaarmilla and his friend Maandaara. Zaarmilla, a young prince from India, is traveling to England. His letters describe his experiences and observations of English society and culture in the early 19th century. The author provides rich insights into the differences between Eastern and Western customs and values. The book also explores themes of friendship, love, and the importance of cross-cultural understanding. 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. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330763308_0
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