A Historical And Topographical Sketch Of Calcutta: In Four Parts (1876) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166959227)

""A Historical And Topographical Sketch Of Calcutta: In Four Parts"" is a book written by H. James Rainey and published in 1876. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and topography of Calcutta, a major city in India. The four parts of the book cover various aspects of the city, including its origins, growth, architecture, and social life. The first part of the book focuses on the early history of Calcutta, including its founding by the British East India Company and its role as a center of trade and commerce. The second part of the book provides a detailed description of the city's architecture, including its public buildings, churches, and private residences. The third part of the book explores the social life of Calcutta, including its festivals, customs, and traditions. The final part of the book covers the modern development of the city, including its infrastructure, industries, and cultural institutions. Overall, ""A Historical And Topographical Sketch Of Calcutta"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of this important Indian city.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: H. James Rainey
ISBN-10: 1166959228
ISBN-13: 9781166959227
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 162
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.35d