The Tanjore Mahratta Principality In Southern India: The Land Of The Chola, The Eden Of The South (1874) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437340327)

The Tanjore Mahratta Principality in Southern India: The Land of the Chola, The Eden of the South is a historical book written by William Hickey in 1874. The book provides a detailed account of the Tanjore Mahratta Principality, which was located in the southern part of India. The author describes the history, culture, and traditions of this region, which was once ruled by the Chola dynasty. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the Tanjore Mahratta Principality. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the geography, climate, and natural resources of the region. He also discusses the political and social structure of the principality, including the role of the Mahratta rulers and the various castes and communities that lived there. The author also provides a detailed account of the art, architecture, and literature of the region. He describes the famous Tanjore paintings, the magnificent temples, and the rich literary traditions of the Chola dynasty. The book also includes several illustrations and photographs that provide a visual representation of the region's cultural heritage. Overall, The Tanjore Mahratta Principality in Southern India: The Land of the Chola, The Eden of the South is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of southern India. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, and the author's meticulous research and vivid descriptions make it an engaging read.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: William Hickey
ISBN-10: 1437340326
ISBN-13: 9781437340327
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/10/2008
Pages: 432
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.27lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d