The Stranger In India V1: Or Three Years In Calcutta (1843)

By George William Johnson

Book Overview

The Stranger In India V1: Or Three Years In Calcutta is a book written by George William Johnson in 1843. The book is a fascinating account of the author's experiences during his three-year stay in Calcutta, India. Johnson was an Englishman who had come to India as a young man to work as a clerk in the East India Company. He was fascinated by the culture, people, and customs of India and spent his free time exploring the city and its surroundings.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which describes a different aspect of life in Calcutta. Johnson writes about the city's history, its architecture, its markets, and its people. He also describes his encounters with Indian customs and traditions, such as the Hindu festival of Durga Puja and the Muslim celebration of Eid.Throughout the book, Johnson provides detailed descriptions of the sights, sounds, and smells of Calcutta. He writes about the crowded streets, the bustling bazaars, and the beautiful gardens and parks. He also describes the poverty and suffering that he witnessed in the city, including the plight of the city's beggars and the conditions in the city's prisons.Overall, The Stranger In India V1: Or Three Years In Calcutta is a fascinating and insightful book that provides a unique glimpse into life in colonial India. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history and culture of India, as well as for those interested in the experiences of British colonialists in the 19th century.In Two Volumes.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: 1437310672
• ISBN13: 9781437310672
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"