A Sketch of Assam: With some account of the Hill Tribes by Major John Butler
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"A Sketch of Assam: With some account of the Hill Tribes" by Major John Butler is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work introduces readers to the region of Assam in India, along with its diverse hill tribes, offering insights into the author's experiences and observations during his time stationed there. The aim of the text is to enhance the understanding of Assam's culture, geography, and tribal dynamics while
countering existing prejudices against the area. The opening of the book chronicles Major Butler's appointment and journey to Assam, detailing his pride in securing a higher command as the second in command of the Assam Light Infantry. He describes the challenges of travel through the region's landscapes and rivers, including the hazards posed by wildlife, the climate, and the local tribes. With vivid descriptions of towns like Goalparah and Gowahatty, Butler paints a picture of a vibrant yet complex environment. He also alludes to the various tribes inhabiting the area and sets the stage for a deeper exploration of their cultures and interactions with the British military presence, all while expressing a keen interest in documenting the unique characteristics of Assam. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Butler, John, Major |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 2001561850 |
| Title | A Sketch of Assam: With some account of the Hill Tribes |
| Credits |
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (The digitized holdings of the Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin are all interested parties worldwide free of charge for non-commercial use available.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 46.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Assam (India) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Ethnology -- India -- Assam |
| Subject | Assam (India) -- Social life and customs |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 53670 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-53670-5 |
| Release Date | Dec 5, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 608 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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