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100 1 _aVerschuur, Gerrit
245 1 0 _aPondichéry, hoofdstad van Fransch-Indië :
_bDe Aarde en haar Volken, 1906
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-10-10
508 _aProduced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Distributed Proofreaders Team
520 _a"Pondichéry, hoofdstad van Fransch-Indië" by Gerrit Verschuur is a historical account written during the early 20th century. The book provides a detailed exploration of Pondicherry, the last vestige of French colonial power in India, highlighting its political complexities, cultural juxtaposition, and socio-economic conditions. It delves into the city's governance, architecture, local customs, and challenges faced in a predominantly British-ruled subcontinent. The narrative unfolds as the author recounts his experiences during a visit to Pondichéry, offering insights into its divided urban landscape—comprising a distinctly European "white city" and an Indian area—while navigating the contrasts between colonial life and indigenous cultures. Verschuur observes the local populace, their daily lives, and the intricate caste systems that dictate societal roles. He discusses trade, agriculture, and education, revealing both the vibrancy and struggles within the region. The book emphasizes the unique aspects of Pondichéry's identity, such as its historical significance, the influence of French culture, and the potential future of this once-flourishing colonial outpost amid the changing tides of imperial dominance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPondicherry (India) -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13697
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