Understanding India

By Gertrude Marvin Williams

Book Overview

Understanding India is a comprehensive book that delves into the history, culture, and social customs of India. Written by Gertrude Marvin Williams, an American author and scholar, the book provides a detailed analysis of the country's diverse religions, languages, and traditions. The author's deep understanding of India is evident in the way she presents the country's complex and often contradictory aspects. The book is divided into several chapters that cover various aspects of Indian life, including its geography, history, and political system. The author also discusses the country's art, literature, and music, providing insights into the rich cultural heritage of India. The book also explores the role of women in Indian society and the challenges they face in a patriarchal society. One of the book's strengths is its ability to provide a balanced view of India, highlighting both its strengths and weaknesses. The author acknowledges the country's poverty, corruption, and social inequality, while also celebrating its vibrant culture, spirituality, and resilience. Overall, Understanding India is an insightful and informative book that will appeal to anyone interested in learning more about this fascinating country. The author's engaging writing style and in-depth knowledge of India make this book an essential read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Indian culture and society.1928. Mrs. Williams, who is the author of the Passionate Pilgrim A Life of Annie Besant, attended the Belgaum session of the Indian National Congress where she was introduced to Gandhi. In Understanding India she attempts to give a truthful, unbiased picture of India. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: 1162776056
• ISBN13: 9781162776057
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"