Modern Classics Hindoo Holiday: An Indian Journal (Penguin Modern Classics)

Modern Classics Hindoo Holiday: An Indian Journal (Penguin Modern Classics) image
ISBN-10:

0141189258

ISBN-13:

9780141189253

Author(s): Ackerley, J.R.
Released: Apr 28, 2009
Publisher: Penguin Classic
Format: Paperback, 256 pages
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Description:

A highly entertaining and moving journal chronicling J. R. Ackerley's time in India In the 1920s, the young J. R. Ackerley spent several months in India as the Private Secretary to the Maharajah of Chhokrapur. Knowing almost nothing of India, he discovers Hindu culture, festivals and language, and reveals the fascinating attitudes of the Palace staff on women, marriage. the caste system and death. At the heart of Hindoo Holiday is the wonderfully unpredictable figure of his Highness the Maharajah Sahib who, ultimately, just wants 'someone to love him'.












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