Life and Work in Benares and Kumaon, 1839-1877 by James Kennedy
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"Life and Work in Benares and Kumaon, 1839-1877" by James Kennedy is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work chronicles the experiences and insights of a missionary in India, focusing particularly on his time in Benares and Kumaon, as well as the broader context of missionary work and life in India during that period. The narrative covers a range of subjects, including cultural observations, geographical descriptions, and personal
reminiscences, weaving together a rich tapestry of the missionary experience. The opening of this work introduces readers to Kennedy's journey from England to India, starting with his long voyage and arrival in Calcutta in 1839. From there, he recounts his first impressions of Calcutta and the subsequent journey to Benares. Kennedy's keen observations of the landscape, the people he encounters, and the missionary life he adopts provide a vivid portrayal of the challenges and opportunities faced by those in the field. He reflects on the cultural differences, the climate, and the intricate social dynamics of the region, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his missionary work and the communities he engages with throughout his time in India. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kennedy, James, 1815-1899 |
|---|---|
| Title | Life and Work in Benares and Kumaon, 1839-1877 |
| Credits |
Produced by Steven desJardins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Missionaries |
| Subject | Missions -- India |
| Subject | India -- Description and travel |
| Subject | India -- History -- British occupation, 1765-1947 -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24416 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-24416-7 |
| Release Date | Jan 24, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 773 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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