{"product_id":"my-year-in-an-indian-fort-2nd-gyan-books","title":"My year in an Indian fort (2nd)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMy year in an Indian fort (2nd)\u003c\/em\u003e by Mrs. Guthrie is a copy that's easy to recommend. Runs to about 374 pages, so it's a comfortable read, and a good pick whether you're buying for yourself or as a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's about\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Volume 1 of My Year in an Indian Fort, Mrs. Guthrie recounts her experiences living in a British military fort in colonial India during the 19th century. The volume offers vivid descriptions of daily life, interactions with local people, and observations on Indian customs and landscapes. Her narrative blends personal anecdotes with colonial attitudes, revealing both curiosity and cultural bias. This volume sets the scene for her year-long stay and captures the early impressions of her journey. Volume 2 continues Mrs. Guthrie’s detailed account of her life in an Indian fort, focusing on the social dynamics within the British garrison and her further encounters with Indian society. She reflects on festivals, traditions, and the challenges of colonial domestic life. Her writing also touches on the roles of women and the military environment. Though colored by the colonial perspective of the time, the volume provides valuable insights into Anglo-Indian life and the complexities of cross-cultural engagement during British rule.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBook details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mrs. Guthrie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback \u0026amp; Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 374\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gyan Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1877\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs My year in an Indian fort (2nd) available in paperback or hardcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes – \u003cem\u003eMy year in an Indian fort (2nd)\u003c\/em\u003e is available here in Paperback and Hardcover; pick the one you want from the options above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat language is this edition in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition is in English.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho wrote My year in an Indian fort (2nd)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMy year in an Indian fort (2nd) is written by Mrs. Guthrie.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does Bookston ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping is free on every order, with no minimum. We ship within the United States only; orders leave our Denver, Colorado warehouse in 1–2 business days and usually arrive within 5–7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat if the book arrives damaged or isn't what I expected?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou have 30 days from delivery to return it in new condition for a full refund. If it arrived damaged, defective or wrong, we cover the return shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bookston","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":67964861513839,"sku":"9789371697354","price":24.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":67964861546607,"sku":"9789371691635","price":40.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/2004\/0303\/files\/9789371697354.jpg?v=1792640989","url":"https:\/\/bookston.com\/products\/my-year-in-an-indian-fort-2nd-gyan-books","provider":"Bookston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}