This book includes illustrations and text of portraits representing a range of caste and tribe origins in India, taken from the Trans-Himalayan, Sub-Himalayan, and Aboriginal regions, and from the kingdoms and states of Northern India, the Himalayan tribes, and several others. The illustrations capture the physical characteristics, dress, and lifestyles of the subjects, all of whom wear expressions and clothing specific to their geographical and social backgrounds. The subjects of the illustrations, who are mostly shown in groups or families, come from a variety of religions and backgrounds, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, and Islam. The author provides detailed descriptions of each portrait, explaining the origins and customs of each tribe. The book's purpose is to provide a comprehensive visual record of the diverse peoples of India and to give readers a glimpse into their traditions, cultures, and histories.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book includes illustrations and text of portraits representing a range of caste and tribe origins in India, taken from the Trans-Himalayan, Sub-Himalayan, and Aboriginal regions, and from the kingdoms and states of Northern India, the Himalayan tribes, and several others. The illustrations capture the physical characteristics, dress, and lifestyles of the subjects, all of whom wear expressions and clothing specific to their geographical and social backgrounds. The subjects of the illustrations, who are mostly shown in groups or families, come from a variety of religions and backgrounds, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, and Islam. The author provides detailed descriptions of each portrait, explaining the origins and customs of each tribe. The book's purpose is to provide a comprehensive visual record of the diverse peoples of India and to give readers a glimpse into their traditions, cultures, and histories. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333864675_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333864675
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333864675
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)