The Peoples of India by J. D. Anderson
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| Author | Anderson, J. D. (James Drummond), 1852-1920 |
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| LoC No. | 14000061 |
| Title | The Peoples of India |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_People_of_India |
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| Summary | "The Peoples of India" by J. D. Anderson is a scholarly work written in the early 20th century. This book serves as an ethnological and anthropological investigation into the diverse populations of India, focusing on their races, castes, languages, and religions. It aims to present an integrated view of the rich tapestry of Indian society, exploring the intricate relationships between various peoples shaped by historical and cultural forces. At the start of the text, the author introduces the complex social landscape of India, highlighting the variety of ethnic groups and cultural influences present in the country. He discusses the significance of the 1911 Indian Census and reflects on his personal experiences during this enumeration, which provided him with unique insights into the lives and diversity of the Indian populace. The opening sets the stage for a detailed exploration of race and caste, as well as the interplay of language and religion in shaping Indian society, emphasizing the observable physical attributes and cultural traits that delineate the various communities in India. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | India -- Religion |
| Subject | Caste -- India |
| Subject | Ethnology -- India |
| Subject | India -- Languages |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55465 |
| Release Date | Aug 31, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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