Rusticus Loquitur or the Old Light and the New in the Punjab Village - Couverture souple

Darling, Sir Malcolm Lyall

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1025377613 ISBN 13 : 9781025377612

Editeur : Tradd Street Press, 2026

Synopsis

"Rusticus Loquitur or the Old Light and the New in the Punjab Village" is an insightful and pioneering study of rural life in the Punjab during the early 20th century. Malcolm Lyall Darling, a prominent figure in the British Indian Civil Service known for his empathetic understanding of the Indian peasantry, examines the shifting dynamics between traditional village customs and the emerging modern influences of the era. Through a series of detailed observations and dialogues with the villagers themselves-as the Latin title implies, "the peasant speaks"-the work explores the economic, social, and cultural challenges facing the rural population.

The book delves into critical issues such as agricultural indebtedness, the impact of new irrigation systems, the role of education, and the evolving nature of local governance. By contrasting the Old Light of ancestral traditions with the New Light of contemporary changes, the author provides a nuanced portrait of a society in transition. This work remains a vital historical resource for those interested in South Asian social history, agricultural economics, and the complexities of colonial administration. Its focus on the voices of the rural poor makes it a unique and enduring contribution to the understanding of the Indian countryside.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Tradd Street Press
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1025377613
• ISBN 13: 9781025377612
• Reliure: Tapa blanda
• Nombre de pages: 416
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible