India'S Cries To British Humanity, Relative to Infanticide, British Connection with Idolatry, Ghaut Murders, Suttee, Slavery and Colonization in India; To which are Added, Humane Hints for the Melioration of the State of Society in British India

James Peggs

ISBN 10: 812128726X / ISBN 13: 9788121287265

Published by Gyan Publishing House, 2023

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Language: English. About The Book: In this book, the author wrote his experiences during his time in India, where he personally witnessed distressing practices such as widow burning, the challenges faced by pilgrims at the Juggernaut Temple, the exposure of the sick and deceased along the Ganges, and other cruel acts associated with Hinduism. Upon returning to his home country in 1826, the author dedicated himself to raising awareness and advocating for the suppression of these issues. He published multiple editions of pamphlets, including "The Suttees' Cry to Britain," "Pilgrim Tax in India," "Ghaut Murders in India," and "Infanticide in India." With the support of friends, these pamphlets were distributed to government officials across different presidencies in India. The author's efforts were acknowledged and appreciated by Lord W. Bentinck, the Governor General of India, who expressed his concern for the Suttee issue. The Governor General also encouraged suggestions to promote national industry, enhance commerce, improve education, and foster the general prosperity and happiness of the British empire in India. About The Author: James Peggs (1793 1850) was a British Baptist missionary in British India known for his efforts in spreading Christianity. He worked closely with William Bampton in Cuttack, Orissa, where they preached and evangelized. In 1832, Peggs published "India s Cries to British Humanity," addressing issues like infanticide, idolatry, Ghau murders, Sati, slavery, and colonization in India. He sought to influence the British Parliament's review of the East India Company's charter, advocating for stricter measures against Hindu customs and practices, particularly Sati. The powerful image of a burning Hindu widow featured in his book was widely circulated to raise awareness and rally support for the abolition of Sati, contributing to public opinion and the extension of the Company's charter. The Title 'India'S Cries To British Humanity, Relative to Infanticide, British Connection with Idolatry, Ghaut Murders, Suttee, Slavery and Colonization in India; To which are Added, Humane Hints for the Melioration of the State of Society in British India written/authored/edited by James Peggs', published in the year 2023. The ISBN 9788121287265 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 552 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Customs, Traditions. Size of the book is 21.59 x 27.94 cms Vol: 552.

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• Title: India'S Cries To British Humanity, Relative to Infanticide, British Connection with Idolatry, Ghaut Murders, Suttee, Slavery and Colonization in India; To which are Added, Humane Hints for the Melioration of the State of Society in British India
• Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
• Publication Date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 812128726X
• ISBN 13: 9788121287265
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New

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Language: - English, About The Book: In this book, the author wrote his experiences during his time in India, where he personally witnessed distressing practices such as widow burning, the challenges faced by pilgrims at the Juggernaut Temple, the exposure of the sick and deceased along the Ganges, and other cruel acts associated with Hinduism. Upon returning to his home country in 1826, the author dedicated himself to raising awareness and advocating for the suppression of these issues. He published multiple editions of pamphlets, including "The Suttees' Cry to Britain," "Pilgrim Tax in India," "Ghaut Murders in India," and "Infanticide in India." With the support of friends, these pamphlets were distributed to government officials across different presidencies in India. The author's efforts were acknowledged and appreciated by Lord W. Bentinck, the Governor General of India, who expressed his concern for the Suttee issue. The Governor General also encouraged suggestions to promote national industry, enhance commerce, improve education, and foster the general prosperity and happiness of the British empire in India. About The Author: James Peggs (1793–1850) was a British Baptist missionary in British India known for his efforts in spreading Christianity. He worked closely with William Bampton in Cuttack, Orissa, where they preached and evangelized. In 1832, Peggs published "India’s Cries to British Humanity," addressing issues like infanticide, idolatry, Ghau murders, Sati, slavery, and colonization in India. He sought to influence the British Parliament's review of the East India Company's charter, advocating for stricter measures against Hindu customs and practices, particularly Sati. The powerful image of a burning Hindu widow featured in his book was widely circulated to raise awareness and rally support for the abolition of Sati, contributing to public opinion and the extension of the Company's charter. The Title 'India'S Cries To British Humanity, Relative to