
An Essay on India (Routledge Revivals)
Robert Byron(Author)
Routledge (Publisher)
1st Edition
Published on 12. February 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
176 pages
978-0-415-50662-5 (ISBN)
Description
First published in 1931, Robert Byron's Essay on India evaluates the state of colonial rule in India and analyses the contemporary problems facing the country.
Based upon the Byron's travelling experiences within India in 1929 as a correspondent for the Daily Express, the work explores political factors more fully than in Byron's earlier writings, evaluating the successes and failures of British colonialism in the region.
Based upon the Byron's travelling experiences within India in 1929 as a correspondent for the Daily Express, the work explores political factors more fully than in Byron's earlier writings, evaluating the successes and failures of British colonialism in the region.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 129 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
207 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-415-50662-5 (9780415506625)
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Person
Robert Byron (1905-1941) was a British writer and art critic whose adventurous spirit and insightful prose left a lasting impact on travel literature. Born into a wealthy family, he rejected a traditional path, choosing instead to explore the world's diverse cultures and architectural wonders.Driven by an insatiable curiosity, Byron ventured across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, capturing his experiences in vibrant and witty prose. He possessed a distinctive talent for weaving together personal anecdotes with astute observations on art, history, and the social landscapes he encountered. From the monasteries of Mount Athos to the ancient ruins of Persia, Byron sought to understand the soul of a place through its people and its past.His most acclaimed work, The Road to Oxiana, is considered a signature classic of travel writing, admired for its humor, erudition, and vivid descriptions. Byron was also a fervent champion of architectural preservation and a key figure in the resurgence of interest in Byzantine art.Though his life was tragically cut short when his ship was torpedoed by a German U-boat during World War II, Byron's legacy as a writer and explorer endures. His books continue to inspire those with a passion for travel and an appreciation for keen observation and mischievous wit.
Content
1. The Problem 2. The Indians 3. The English