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A Tour Through The Famine Districts Of India (1898)

A Tour Through The Famine Districts Of India (1898)

Merewether, Francis Henry Shafton

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AnthropologyTravel WritingGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1436755298
ISBN13: 9781436755290
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 29 2008
Pages: 408
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.84 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Tour Through The Famine Districts Of India is a non-fiction book written by Francis Henry Shafton Merewether in 1898. The book provides a detailed account of Merewether's travels through the famine-stricken regions of India during the late 19th century. Merewether was a British civil servant and his aim was to assess the impact of the famine on the local population and to document the conditions of the affected areas.The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of the famine, including the causes, the relief efforts, the impact on the people, and the government's response. Merewether provides a vivid description of the suffering of the people and the devastation caused by the famine. He also documents the efforts of relief workers and the government to provide aid to the affected communities.The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the devastating impact of famine on India during the colonial period. It is also a valuable resource for those interested in the history of India, colonialism, and humanitarian aid. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to a wide range of readers. Overall, A Tour Through The Famine Districts Of India is a compelling and informative read that provides a unique perspective on a tragic chapter in India's history.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.

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