Plain Tales From The Raj: Images Of British India In The Twentieth Century
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Charles Allen
Binding: Hardback
Published: Andre Deutsch, 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: One minor rip to top edge of DJ.
This compelling historical account chronicles the lives and experiences of British individuals during the twilight of the British Raj. It presents a vivid mosaic of personal narratives, letters, and memoirs, illustrating the complex social fabric and daily realities of colonial life in the early to mid-20th century. The narrative uncovers the unique perspectives of administrators, soldiers, and their families, offering an intimate glimpse into a bygone era. Through these collected voices, the work details the cultural clashes, personal sacrifices, and enduring legacies that shaped a pivotal period in Indian history.
Author: Charles Allen
Binding: Hardback
Published: Andre Deutsch, 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: One minor rip to top edge of DJ.
This compelling historical account chronicles the lives and experiences of British individuals during the twilight of the British Raj. It presents a vivid mosaic of personal narratives, letters, and memoirs, illustrating the complex social fabric and daily realities of colonial life in the early to mid-20th century. The narrative uncovers the unique perspectives of administrators, soldiers, and their families, offering an intimate glimpse into a bygone era. Through these collected voices, the work details the cultural clashes, personal sacrifices, and enduring legacies that shaped a pivotal period in Indian history.