Widow Burning: A Narrative (1855)

By Henry Jeffreys Bushby

Book Overview

Widow Burning: A Narrative is a historical book written by Henry Jeffreys Bushby in 1855. The book is a detailed account of the practice of Sati, also known as widow burning, which was prevalent in India during the 18th and 19th centuries. The book provides a comprehensive description of the social, cultural, and religious factors that led to the practice of Sati, and the various forms in which it was carried out.The author describes the various incidents of Sati that he witnessed during his time in India, and the impact it had on the local communities. He also provides an analysis of the legal and political measures taken by the British authorities to abolish the practice, and the resistance they faced from the local rulers and religious leaders. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the practice of Sati.Overall, Widow Burning: A Narrative is an important historical document that sheds light on a dark chapter in India's history. It provides a detailed account of the practice of Sati, and the efforts made by the British authorities to abolish it. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of India, and the social and cultural factors that shape its society.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: 1165749653
• ISBN13: 9781165749652
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 62 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"