Parkes, Fanny

Begums, Thugs and White Mughals: v. 8

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ISBN 13:
9780907871880
author:
Parkes, Fanny
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Sickle Moon
language:
English
Publication Year:
2002
Pages:
392
Genre:
Classic travel writing
Condition:
New
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£13.69

Description

Fanny Parkes's journals offer a unique glimpse into early colonial India. Born into a life of privilege, Fanny gradually shed her traditional role to become an independent and curious individual, fascinated by the Indian culture and way of life. Through her writings, she explores the complexities of Indian society, from the sacred to the profane, and delves into the lives of those who lived on the fringes of British rule. Her experiences as a woman in a patriarchal society, and her observations on the treatment of women, are particularly insightful. This collection of journals provides a rare and intimate look at life in India during this period, offering a nuanced understanding of the country's social dynamics and cultural practices.

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