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100	1		_aElwin, Edward Fenton, _d1853-1921
245	1	0	_aIndia and the Indians
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2009
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
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337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2009-01-25
508			_aProduced by Sankar Viswanathan, Juliet Sutherland, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520			_a"India and the Indians" by Edward F. Elwin is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work aims to provide an in-depth exploration of Indian society, customs, and the impact of religion, especially Hinduism, on daily life. It reflects Elwin's personal observations and experiences living in India, focusing on the complexities and unique aspects of Indian culture. At the start of the book, the author introduces the misconceptions surrounding India, emphasizing the need for a better understanding of its people and traditions. He discusses the intricacies of Hinduism, shedding light on the inconsistencies and diverse beliefs among its followers. Elwin critiques both the superficial interpretations of Hindu practices and the challenges faced by Indians in reconciling their ancient traditions with modernity, suggesting that knowledge and empathy are essential to foster an authentic connection with Indian culture and contribute positively towards its evolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aIndia
653			_aIndia -- Social life and customs
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27886
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