| Author |
Elwin, Edward Fenton |
| LoC No. |
a13001618
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| Title |
India and the Indians
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Sankar Viswanathan, Juliet Sutherland, and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"India and the Indians" by Edward F. Elwin is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work aims to provide an in-depth exploration of Indian society, customs, and the impact of religion, especially Hinduism, on daily life. It reflects Elwin's personal observations and experiences living in India, focusing on the complexities and unique aspects of Indian culture. At the start of the book, the author introduces the misconceptions surrounding India, emphasizing the need for a better understanding of its people and traditions. He discusses the intricacies of Hinduism, shedding light on the inconsistencies and diverse beliefs among its followers. Elwin critiques both the superficial interpretations of Hindu practices and the challenges faced by Indians in reconciling their ancient traditions with modernity, suggesting that knowledge and empathy are essential to foster an authentic connection with Indian culture and contribute positively towards its evolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
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| Subject |
India
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| Subject |
India -- Social life and customs
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
27886 |
| Release Date |
Jan 25, 2009 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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