Chaloner, George
George Thomas Chaloner's Diary
- ISBN 13:
- 9781291696486
- author:
- Chaloner, George
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Lulu
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 88
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 14.8 x 0.5 centimeters (0.1
- Genre:
- Biography, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Lt Colonel George Thomas Chaloner's diary is a unique and fascinating account of his time in India during the Second World War. Set against the backdrop of 1947, as British rule was transitioning to independence, this personal record offers a glimpse into the daily life of an officer stationed in the region. The diary documents Lt Colonel Chaloner's interactions with locals, fellow officers, and the Indian terrain, including its exotic wildlife such as elephants, tigers, and bison. A horticulturalist at heart, he shares his observations on the local flora, providing a detailed account of the tropical vegetation. The book also features photographs from Lt Colonel Chaloner's personal collection, adding to its historical significance. This diary provides a rare insight into a time and place very different from the modern western world, offering a unique perspective on one man's experiences in India during a pivotal moment in history.