India And India Missions: Including Sketches Of The Gigantic System Of Hinduism, Both In Theory And Practice (1840)

By Alexander Duff

Book Overview

India And India Missions: Including Sketches Of The Gigantic System Of Hinduism, Both In Theory And Practice is a book written by Alexander Duff and published in 1840. The book is a comprehensive account of the author's experiences and observations during his time as a missionary in India. It provides a detailed overview of the religious, social, and cultural aspects of India, with a particular focus on Hinduism. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of Indian life and culture. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of India, including the arrival of the British and the impact of colonialism on the country. The subsequent chapters delve into the various religious traditions of India, including Hinduism, Islam, and Christianity. The author provides a detailed examination of the Hindu religion, including its beliefs, practices, and rituals. He also discusses the caste system and its impact on Indian society. The book also includes accounts of the author's interactions with Indian people, including his experiences with converts to Christianity and his efforts to establish schools and other educational institutions. Overall, India And India Missions: Including Sketches Of The Gigantic System Of Hinduism, Both In Theory And Practice is an insightful and informative account of India and its people during the colonial period. It provides a unique perspective on the complexities of Indian society and culture, and offers valuable insights into the challenges faced by missionaries working in India during the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436881641
• ISBN13: 9781436881647
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 712 Pages
• Weight: 2.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"