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Elijah Hoole

Madras, Mysore, and the South of India: Or, a Personal Narrative of a Mission to those Countries: From 1820 to 1828

Gyan Publishing House, 2024

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(Delhi, India)

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Year of publication
2024
ISBN
1111011843999
Author
Elijah Hoole
Pages
497
Publishers
Gyan Publishing House
Keyword
Social Science
Binding description
Paperback
Languages
English
Binding
Softcover
Print on demand
Yes

Description

About The Book: "Madras, Mysore, and the South of India: A Personal Narrative of a Mission (1820–1828)" chronicles the author's journey to India, navigating challenges like shipwrecks and a ship aflame. The narrative delves into the rich history of Ceylon, visited by luminaries Ibn Batuta and Marco Polo. In Madras, the oldest presidency, significant historical events unfold, from sieges to treaties. The account also sheds light on St. Thome's dynamic history, marked by Portuguese, Hindu, and English influences. The concluding section comprises an insightful essay on Hindu religion, exploring their beliefs in God, religious doctrines, and societal nuances. This work offers a vivid portrayal of early 19th-century India.
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