{"product_id":"the-hindoos-including-a-general-description-of-india-2-vols-set-gyan-books","title":"The Hindoos: Including a general description of India (2 Vols. Set)","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's a copy of \u003cem\u003eThe Hindoos: Including a general description of India (2 Vols. Set)\u003c\/em\u003e by William Westall – a copy shipped free from our Denver warehouse. Runs to about 826 pages, so it's the sort of book that's just as happy on a coffee table as on a shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's about\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Hindoos: Including a General Description of India by William Westall (1847) is a two-volume work that offers a comprehensive overview of Indian society, culture, and history.​ The first volume delves into the geography and political structure of India, detailing its provinces, governance, and the British colonial administration. It provides insights into the social hierarchy, religious practices, and daily life of the Hindu population. Illustrations by Westall enrich the text, offering visual representations of Indian architecture, attire, and rituals. ​The second volume expands on the cultural aspects, focusing on Hindu literature, arts, and architecture. It explores the philosophical foundations of Hinduism, its sacred texts, and the evolution of artistic expressions. Westall's illustrations continue to complement the narrative, providing a visual context to the discussed subjects. ​Both volumes serve as valuable resources for understanding 19th-century British perspectives on Indian civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBook details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e William Westall\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 826\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 1844\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs The Hindoos: Including a general description of India available in paperback or hardcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes – \u003cem\u003eThe Hindoos: Including a general description of India\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 The Hindoos: Including a general description of India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Hindoos: Including a general description of India is written by William Westall.\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":67964656418927,"sku":"9789371337298","price":48.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":67964656451695,"sku":"9789371336772","price":84.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/2004\/0303\/files\/9789371337298.jpg?v=1792639757","url":"https:\/\/bookston.com\/products\/the-hindoos-including-a-general-description-of-india-2-vols-set-gyan-books","provider":"Bookston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}