02176cam a22003013u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000320011324500810014526400510022630000470027733600260032433700260035033800360037650000310041250800140044352012260045753400610168365300290174465300580177385600430183168640UtSlPG20260610134603.0mcr n260607r20221889utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aPR1 aCaldwell, Robert C.,d-187814aThe chutney lyrics: A collection of comic pieces in verse on Indian subjects 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2022  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2022-07-29  aAl Haines  a"The Chutney Lyrics: A collection of comic pieces in verse on Indian subjects" by R. C. Caldwell is a humorous anthology of verse written in the late 19th century. The book offers a witty and entertaining glimpse into various aspects of Indian life and culture, using satire and light-hearted commentary to explore its themes. The collection features a series of comic poems that engage with Indian subjects, showcasing Caldwell's ability to blend humor with insightful observations.  In this collection, Caldwell employs a variety of characters and settings to deliver his comic narratives. Each poem serves as a vignette, satirizing different social and cultural dynamics in India, such as the peculiarities of colonial society, the foibles of individuals, and absurdities in everyday life. From a misadventurous ball hosted by a wealthy Parsee to the woes of a forlorn police captain spurned by love, these vivid pieces encapsulate the essence of the time with a charming blend of humor and insight. Caldwell’s playful use of language keeps the reader entertained while providing a unique reflection on the quirks of both the British and Indian cultures during that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  pOriginally published:cIndia: Higginbotham and Co., 1889  aHumorous poetry, English  aBritish -- India -- Social life and customs -- Poetry40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68640