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100 1 _aInglis, James,
_d1845-1908
245 1 0 _aSport and Work on the Nepaul Frontier :
_bTwelve Years Sporting Reminiscences of an Indigo Planter
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-01-01
508 _aProduced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Sport and Work on the Nepaul Frontier" by James Inglis is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The text presents a vivid depiction of the life of an indigo planter in India, specifically on the frontier of Nepaul, focusing on the daily routines, challenges, and leisure activities of those engaged in this line of work. Inglis aims to illuminate both the sporting adventures and the labor involved in indigo cultivation, while also providing insights into the customs and social dynamics of the local people. The opening of the narrative introduces the author’s motivations for writing the book, emphasizing the misconception and ignorance surrounding life in India among his compatriots back home. It sets the stage for a rich exploration of the province of Behar—a region described as fertile and picturesque, woven with rivers and native villages. The author shares personal anecdotes, detailing the structure of communities among planters, their communal activities, and the connections with local villagers, highlighted by descriptions of the flora, fauna, and indigenous people. The narrative assures the reader that the coming chapters will delve into the intricacies of plantation life, hunting experiences, and the cultural tapestry that defines this unique area. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aInglis, James, 1845-1908
653 _aHunting -- India -- Bihar
653 _aHunting -- Nepal
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10818
999 _c52267
_d52267