Baboo English As 'Tis Writ: Being Curiosities Of Indian Journalism (1891)

By Arnold Wright

Book Overview

Baboo English As �������Tis Writ: Being Curiosities Of Indian Journalism (1891) is a book written by Arnold Wright that offers a unique and fascinating glimpse into the world of Indian journalism in the late 19th century. The book is a compilation of articles and essays written by Indian journalists, which Wright has collected and presented in their original form, complete with spelling and grammatical errors.The title of the book, ""Baboo English As �������Tis Writ"", refers to the peculiar style of English that was commonly used by Indian journalists at the time. This style was characterized by a mixture of English and Indian words, as well as a unique syntax and grammar that often resulted in humorous and sometimes incomprehensible sentences.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of Indian journalism. Some of the topics covered in the book include the history of Indian journalism, the role of newspapers in Indian society, and the challenges faced by Indian journalists in their efforts to report on the news.Throughout the book, Wright provides commentary and analysis on the articles and essays he has collected, offering insights into the cultural and linguistic context in which they were written. He also includes a glossary of Indian words and phrases used in the book, making it accessible to readers who may not be familiar with Indian culture and language.Overall, Baboo English As �������Tis Writ: Being Curiosities Of Indian Journalism (1891) is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in the history of journalism, Indian culture, or the English language.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120160936
• ISBN13: 9781120160935
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 114 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"