Native Life in Travancore
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Native Life in Travancore

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Explore the rich cultural tapestry of 19th-century Travancore with Samuel Mateer’s “Native Life in Travancore (ISBN: 9788119953547)”. This anthropological study delves into the lives of diverse castes, including Pulayas, Ezhavas, Shanars, Nambudiris, and the Travancore Royal Family. Discover the region’s socio-economic dynamics, religious practices, customs, and the impact of Christian missions. A must-read for history enthusiasts and those interested in South India’s cultural heritage.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9788119953547
  • Publisher: Manohar Publishers & Distributors
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Spine Width: 40 mm
  • Width: 227 mm
  • ISBN-10: 8119953541
  • Publisher Date: 01 Jan 2024
  • Height: 150 mm
  • No of Pages: 450
  • Weight: 620 gr

25 reviews for Native Life in Travancore

  1. Abdul Aamir Tajar –

    Excellent historical account! Provides great detail about life in Travancore. It’s a bit academic, but worth it for the depth.

  2. Abhijeet Rai –

    Very detailed account of life. The author’s opinions sometimes interfere with his writing, but overall it is very informative.

  3. Alyn Biju Sahariya S –

    Found the book to be very informative, covering various communities. Although detailed, it could benefit from more visual aids.

  4. Chetan Prakash –

    Mateer’s work provides valuable insights into Travancore’s social fabric. Some sections felt repetitive, but overall, it’s a worthwhile read.

  5. Nidhi Kumari –

    Good to learn the history of the place. The book has lots of information, but it is very repetitive. It can be a little hard to read.

  6. Harsh Sharma –

    A must read for history enthusiasts! Gained a deep understanding about south indian society. Can be quite difficult to read though.

  7. Muhammed Sinan K –

    Very informative book, and has been well researched. However, can be dry at times. Good for academic purpose or research.

  8. Sourav –

    This book opened my eyes to a world I knew little about. The descriptions of the caste system are both fascinating and disturbing.

  9. Himanshu Kumar –

    A bit of a mixed bag. The information is valuable, but the writing is dry and the organization could be better. Worth reading, eventually.

  10. Rajdeep Saha –

    I found the book had some great information on Travancore, but can get boring as it is very repetitive. Overall a good read!

  11. Aastha Sinha –

    Detailed and insightful, but also dense and somewhat overwhelming. A valuable resource for researchers, but not for casual readers.

  12. T S Kavya –

    A fascinating glimpse into th-century Travancore. Mateer’s detail is impressive, but the writing style can be a bit dry at times. Still a valuable resource.

  13. Ajay Deepak Nakil –

    I learned so much about the culture of Travancore! Some of the customs described are shocking, but it’s important to understand history.

  14. Rishabh Nath Kalita –

    A dense read, but packed with information about th-century Travancore. Be prepared to take your time and maybe reread sections.

  15. Akash Tripathi Tripathi –

    Not the easiest book to get through, but the information is worthwhile. Just be prepared for a slightly academic and dated writing style.

  16. Akshita Singh –

    This book exceeded my expectations! So much information to read. I recommend for anyone who is interested in South Indian history.

  17. Ambika Tickoo –

    Gives a unique window into Travancore. Some parts are tough to digest, but the historical value makes it worth the effort. Informative.

  18. Ansh Arora –

    The book has some really interesting information on Travancore. Unfortunately it could be hard to get through because of the language used.

  19. Rakesh Kumar Sharma –

    Provides amazing insight into a bygone era. Mateer paints a vivid picture, though some accounts are difficult to stomach. Important reading.

  20. Aman Singh –

    Very interesting book. Provided a lot of insight on the cultural heritage of South India. Happy to have read the book!

  21. Aastha Sinha –

    Interesting content, but quite dense. It felt like a textbook. Good historical details, but not an easy read. I wanted more stories.

  22. Prashasti Verma –

    An important historical document, however, the author’s perspective is quite biased at times. Good information, but read critically.

  23. Somnath Malik –

    An eye-opening look at a different time and place. Some descriptions are unsettling, but it’s important to understand the past. Very informative.

  24. Pratyush Prabhakar –

    Gives good perspective, but hard to read! Definitely worth it if you are a history enthusiast. A real eye opener indeed.

  25. Nishant Batan –

    A must-read for anyone interested in South Indian history! The descriptions of caste systems are particularly insightful. Highly recommend.

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