Life Of Lal Behari Day: Convert, Pastor, Professor And Author

By G MacPherson

Book Overview

The book ""Life of Lal Behari Day: Convert, Pastor, Professor and Author"" by Gerardine MacPherson is a biography of Lal Behari Day, a notable figure in Indian history. Lal Behari Day was born in 1828 in Calcutta and was a Bengali Brahmin. However, he converted to Christianity and became a pastor. He also worked as a professor at the Bishop's College in Calcutta and wrote several books on Christianity, including ""Bengal Peasant Life"" and ""The Folk-Songs of Bengal"". The book explores Lal Behari Day's life in detail, from his childhood to his conversion to Christianity and his subsequent career as a pastor and professor. It also delves into his writings and his impact on Indian society during the colonial period. The author provides a comprehensive account of Lal Behari Day's life, drawing on primary sources such as his own writings, letters, and other historical documents. Overall, ""Life of Lal Behari Day: Convert, Pastor, Professor and Author"" is a fascinating biography of a prominent figure in Indian history who played a significant role in the spread of Christianity and the modernization of Indian society. The book provides valuable insights into the social, cultural, and religious dynamics of colonial India and sheds light on the complex and multifaceted nature of Indian identity during this period.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: 1432538268
• ISBN13: 9781432538262
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"