9789370973510 - Two Years In Upper India von John C. Lowrie (1 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: New. Language: English. About The Book: Two Years in Upper India is a travel memoir by Rev. James Thomason, detailing his experiences in northern India during the early 19th century. Written from a British perspective, the book provides vivid descriptions of Indian society, culture, and landscapes. Thomason, a missionary, reflects on his interactions with local communities, the Hindu religion, and British colonialism. His observations offer insights into the challenges of missionary work and the complexity of India's social structure. The book is valuable for understanding the cultural dynamics and historical context of British India, particularly in the region of Upper India. About The Author: John Cameron Lowrie (18081900) was a Scottish-American Presbyterian missionary who spent 43 years in India. After immigrating to the U.S. and studying at the University of Pennsylvania and Princeton Theological Seminary, he was ordained in 1834. Lowrie arrived in India in 1835, where he founded mission stations, schools, and hospitals, notably the Allahabad Mission Station and a Girls' School. In 1846, he played a key role in converting Punjab's first Muslim, Shaikh Ibrahim, and established the Lahore Mission. Lowrie retired in 1877, returning to Philadelphia, where he died in 1900. The Title 'Two Years In Upper India written/authored/edited by John C. Lowrie', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370973510 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 296 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 296.