My Experiences in Manipur and the Naga Hills by Sir James Johnstone
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"My Experiences in Manipur and the Naga Hills" by Sir James Johnstone is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles Johnstone's experiences as a British colonial officer in India, particularly focusing on his time in Manipur and the surrounding Naga Hills. The narrative touches upon themes of culture, administration, and the interactions between British officials and local tribes during a period of significant political and social change
in the region. The opening of the narrative sets the scene for Johnstone's journey to India with his wife, highlighting their initial experiences and observations as they travel through the landscapes of Assam to reach the Naga Hills. He reflects on his past, the connections he has established with local communities, and the contrasts between his earlier encounters and the current state of affairs. Johnstone's preface provides insight into his beliefs regarding governance, personal rule, and the complexities of colonial administration, emphasizing his commitment to improving the lives of the local population while navigating the intricacies of imperial oversight. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Johnstone, James, Sir, 1841-1895 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 45041575 |
| Title | My Experiences in Manipur and the Naga Hills |
| Credits |
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Manipur (India) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Naga Hills (India) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 37839 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-37839-8 |
| Release Date | Oct 24, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 878 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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