02065cam a22003133u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000320011324500320014526400510017730000470022833600260027533700260030133800360032750000310036350800260039452011570042053400450157765300360162270000330165885600430169199900170173444968UtSlPG20260610134031.0mcr n260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aDS1 aFinnemore, John,d1863-191510aPeeps at Many Lands—India 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2014  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2014-02-19  aProduced by Al Haines  a"Peeps at Many Lands—India" by John Finnemore is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a vivid exploration of various regions in India, highlighting the cultural diversity, historical narratives, and the unique lifestyles of its inhabitants. The book encapsulates the essence of India through insightful descriptions and illustrations, aiming to provide European readers with an engaging glimpse into this vast and rich country.  The opening of the book introduces readers to Bombay, portrayed as the gateway to India for many European travelers. Finnemore describes the bustling native quarter of the city, where the vibrant bazaars are teeming with a mix of nationalities and colorful attire, creating a vivid snapshot of Indian life. He details the unique characteristics of the Parsee community, their customs, and their significant role within Indian society. This initial chapter paints an enticing picture of the intriguing contrasts and dynamics within Bombay, setting the tone for further explorations of India's diverse landscapes and cultures throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aIndia -- Description and travel1 aMenpes, Mortimer,d1855-193840uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44968  c85807d85807