The Imperial Gazetteer Of India (Volume Xv) Karachi To Kotayam (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9789354159428)

Step into the intricate world of 19th century India, where every province, river, and city holds a story. The Imperial Gazetteer of India (Volume XV): Karachi to Kotayam, by William Wilson Hunter, stands as an unparalleled historical reference book, capturing the vast sweep of colonial India's geography, cultures, and political landscapes. This is not just a geographical encyclopedia; it is a living map of the British Raj era, meticulously detailing the Indian subcontinent's towns, trade routes, and natural wonders. Hunter's work reflects the rigour and curiosity of British India exploration, offering researchers and historians a rare window into the era's social fabric and administrative order. Rich in detail, the volume illuminates the diverse peoples, customs, and economies that shaped a pivotal period in Indian and world history. Drawing from the legacy of John Forbes Watson and the broader Imperial Gazetteer series, it remains indispensable academic reference material for those fascinated by colonial India history and the evolution of its regions. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. For those who seek to understand the cultural and political history of the Indian subcontinent, or who treasure classic works of scholarship, this is more than a book. It is a cultural treasure, restored for a new generation.

Author: William Wilson Hunter
ISBN-10: 9354159427
ISBN-13: 9789354159428
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Language: English
Published: 09/24/2020
Pages: 438
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.79lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d