A vivid, firsthand account of the Prince of Wales and his entourage on a grand Indian tour.
This volume presents day-by-day notes, personal impressions, and practical concerns from the mission, including visits to major cities, royal courts, and historic sites.
Drawing on journals and official correspondence, the book blends travel reflections with observations on health, sanitation, and administration in 19th-century India. It captures the personalities, rituals, and environments encountered along the journey, from Agra’s monuments to Bombay’s harbor, while highlighting the care taken to maintain health and safety aboard ship and at stations.
What you’ll experience
- Detailed itineraries and scenes from court ceremonies, levees, and public entertainments
- Descriptions of iconic landmarks and the atmosphere of late 19th-century India
- Insights into medical, sanitary, and logistical concerns of a long imperial expedition
- Personal anecdotes, friendships, and the challenges of travel in unfamiliar climates
Ideal for readers of travel journals, imperial history, and historical medical practice, who want a grounded, contemporary view of a major royal expedition.