About the Author
Jean Antoine Dubois
ISBN 9788171673452
Rs. 1,272
Rupa Publications
Hindu Manners Customs and Ceremonies
Who it's for: Readers interested in Indian history and cultural traditions
By rescuing from obscurity the final results of abbe duboiss thirty years of observation and research, mr beauchamp will place the life work of that great missionary in its true form before the world he also makes a considerable addition to our knowledge of southern india on the eve of british rule
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- Based on thirty years of observation and research by Abbé Dubois
- Focuses on southern India on the eve of British rule
- Edited and presented by Henry King Beauchamp
- Provides detailed descriptions of Hindu manners and ceremonies
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Who is the author of this book?
The book is based on the work of Abbé Jean Antoine Dubois, a French missionary, and was edited by Henry King Beauchamp.
What is the book about?
It describes Hindu manners, customs, and ceremonies as observed in southern India, particularly during the period just before British rule.
What is the historical significance of this book?
It preserves the observations of a missionary who spent thirty years in India, offering insights into the social and religious practices of the time.
Is this book suitable for academic study?
Yes, it is a historical document that provides firsthand observations, making it useful for students and researchers of Indian history and anthropology.