02372cam a22003373u 4500 24416 UtSlPG 20260610133547.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BV DS Kennedy, James, 1815-1899 Life and Work in Benares and Kumaon, 1839-1877 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-01-24 Produced by Steven desJardins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Life and Work in Benares and Kumaon, 1839-1877" by James Kennedy is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work chronicles the experiences and insights of a missionary in India, focusing particularly on his time in Benares and Kumaon, as well as the broader context of missionary work and life in India during that period. The narrative covers a range of subjects, including cultural observations, geographical descriptions, and personal reminiscences, weaving together a rich tapestry of the missionary experience. The opening of this work introduces readers to Kennedy's journey from England to India, starting with his long voyage and arrival in Calcutta in 1839. From there, he recounts his first impressions of Calcutta and the subsequent journey to Benares. Kennedy's keen observations of the landscape, the people he encounters, and the missionary life he adopts provide a vivid portrayal of the challenges and opportunities faced by those in the field. He reflects on the cultural differences, the climate, and the intricate social dynamics of the region, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his missionary work and the communities he engages with throughout his time in India. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Missionaries Missions -- India India -- Description and travel India -- History -- British occupation, 1765-1947 -- Biography https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24416 65417 65417