02332cam a22002893u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000360011324501600014926400510030930000470036033600260040733700260043333800360045950000310049550801170052652012300064353400450187365300810191885600430199953400UtSlPG20260610134230.0mcr n260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aDS1 aWilliamson, Thomas,d1759?-181714aThe East India Vade-Mecum, Volume 1 (of 2) :bor, complete guide to gentlemen intended for the civil, military, or naval service of the East India Company. 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2016  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2016-10-31  aProduced by KD Weeks, Jens Guld, and the Bayerische
Staatsbibliothek München (urn:nbn:de:bvb:12-bsb10483595-8)  a"The East India Vade-Mecum, Volume 1 (of 2)" by Thomas Williamson is a comprehensive guide written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a manual for young gentlemen preparing to embark on careers in civil, military, or naval services within the Honorable East India Company. The book discusses various essential topics, including preparation for travel, understanding local customs, and practical advice for living and working in India.  The opening of the vade-mecum sets the stage for its intention as a practical resource for those unfamiliar with the customs and challenges of India. Williamson emphasizes the importance of proper preparation, providing guidance on aspects such as packing, clothing choices, and general conduct on ships heading to the East. He reflects on his over twenty years of experience in Bengal, aiming to convey crucial insights to help newcomers adapt and navigate the complexities of life in India. From advice on maintaining health during the journey to understanding the local socio-cultural dynamics, the initial chapters emphasize the significance of being well-informed and prepared for the unique challenges that await in the East. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aIndia -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53400