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050 4 _aDS
100 1 _aHamilton, Francis,
_d1762-1829
245 1 3 _aAn Account of The Kingdom of Nepal :
_bAnd of the Territories Annexed to this Dominion by the House of Gorkha
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2009-10-29
508 _aThis ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler
520 _a"An Account of The Kingdom of Nepal" by Francis Buchanan Hamilton is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work aims to provide a comprehensive description of Nepal, its geography, people, and customs, particularly in the context of the political landscape prior to the Anglo-Nepalese War. The narrative addresses the diverse tribes inhabiting the territory, the influences of Hindu colonization, and the cultural dynamics that define this mountainous region. The opening of the book sets the stage for a detailed examination of Nepal, beginning with the author's methodology in gathering information about the country's inhabitants and geography. Buchanan Hamilton recounts his experiences living in Kathmandu and his interactions with local informants, including Brahmins and tribal leaders. He outlines how these interactions contributed to his understanding of the various ethnic groups, their customs, and the political history of Nepal as it transitions from the rule of the Gorkha dynasty. Through this initial exploration, the author prepares the reader for an in-depth analysis of the tribes, their societal structures, and the interplay of local traditions within the broader context of Hinduism and Buddhism in the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNepal -- History
653 _aNepal -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30364
999 _c71210
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