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Life in India: Or, The English at Calcutta is a significant historical documentation presented in three comprehensive volumes. This hardcover set offers an invaluable perspective on the lives, customs, and social structures of the English community during the colonial period in Calcutta.
The work provides detailed accounts of daily life, social interactions, cultural practices, and the unique experiences of English settlers in 19th-century India. Through vivid descriptions and personal observations, the author captures the essence of colonial society, including domestic arrangements, entertainment, business dealings, and relationships with local populations.
This three-volume collection serves as both a historical record and a cultural commentary on the British Raj era. It offers researchers, historians, and history enthusiasts authentic primary-source material about colonial India, making it an essential reference for understanding Anglo-Indian history and the complexities of the colonial experience from an insider’s perspective.
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