Things Indian: Being Discursive Notes on Various Subjects Connected With India (Classic Reprint)

Discover the rich tapestry of India through its people, customs, and everyday life.

A sweeping collection of observations traverses languages, traditions, beliefs, and social practices across many Indian communities. This volume presents vivid glimpses into rituals, crafts, festivals, and daily life, offering readers a window into a diverse continent’s past and present.

This edition delivers a wide-ranging panorama grounded in careful note-taking and historical context. It connects the dots between ancient customs and evolving social norms, helping readers understand how region, caste, religion, and geography shape everyday life in India.

• Insight into languages, writing systems, and scripts used across the subcontinent.
• Profiles of communities, from farmers and traders to artisans and temple workers.
• Descriptions of rites, festivals, and moral codes that guide behavior and social status.
• Notes on crafts, architecture, and material culture that reveal local ingenuity.

Ideal for readers curious about the cultural mosaic of India and for anyone seeking a window into historical perspectives on Indian society, religion, and daily life.