Mysterious India; its Rajahs--its Brahmans--its Fakirs

Mysterious India; its Rajahs--its Brahmans--its Fakirs by Robert Chauvelot, Translator: Eleanor Stimson Brooks is a copy that's easy to recommend. Runs to about 350 pages, so it's a comfortable read, and a good pick whether you're buying for yourself or as a gift.

What it's about

Mysterious India: Its Rajahs—Its Brahmans—Its Fakirs by Robert Chauvelot is a vivid travel account exploring the rich spiritual, cultural, and social life of early 20th-century India. Chauvelot delves into the world of Indian royalty (Rajahs), religious scholars (Brahmans), and mystics (Fakirs), offering Western readers a romantic yet critical perspective on India's traditions and mysticism. The book blends observation with storytelling, capturing the exotic allure and complex realities of colonial India through the eyes of a curious European traveler.

Book details

• Author: Robert Chauvelot, Translator: Eleanor Stimson Brooks
• Format: Paperback & Hardcover
• Pages: 350
• Publisher: Gyan Books
• Published: 1921

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