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Indian Pages and Pictures - Michael Myers Shoemaker
Indian Pages and Pictures: Rajputana, Sikkim, the Punjab and Kashmir is a book written by Michael Myers Shoemaker. This book is a collection of photographs and descriptions of various regions in India, including Rajputana, Sikkim, the Punjab, and Kashmir. The book provides an insight into the cultural, historical, and geographical aspects of these regions. The author has included a detailed account of the Rajputana region, which is known for its rich history and architecture. The book also highlights the beauty of Sikkim, a state located in the Himalayas, which is known for its scenic beauty and diverse culture. The Punjab, which is the land of five rivers, is also covered in this book, and the author has provided a detailed account of the region's history and culture. Lastly, the book talks about Kashmir, which is known for its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The author has included stunning photographs of the region, which provide a glimpse into its beauty. Overall, Indian Pages and Pictures: Rajputana, Sikkim, the Punjab and Kashmir is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the cultural and geographical diversity of India.1912. With 63 illustrations. Mr. Shoemaker is a trained traveler. He has the time and the means to travel in luxury and he has developed his qualities as a keen observer by travels in various parts of the world. He possesses excellent descriptive powers and his pages are sprinkled liberally with humor; giving them a certain personal interest and charm that add to the attractiveness of his travel records. In this volume he describes his year's sojourn in the land of John Company. He has confined the text to those sections of India with which the public, American at least, is but little acquainted. Contents: The Outward Voyage; Oudeypour; Chitor; Jeypur and Gulta; Akbar's Town of Victory; The Seven Cities of Delhi; Benares; Buddha; The Snows; Amritsar and the Sikhs; Lahore; Punjab and Its History; Life in Peshawur; The Khyber Pass; The Journey to Kashmir; Life on a Bed of Roses; The Vale of Kashmir at Last; Srinagar; Merchants of Kashmir; River Life; Temple of Martand; Magnificent Shalimar; Last Days in the Vale; Departure from the Vale; The Hot Land; and Life on the Mooltan.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.
