Embark on an enlightening journey through India with "Twenty-one Days in India." Authored by Aberigh-Mackay, this book from the 1880s provides readers with a detailed account of the author's travels and experiences in the Indian subcontinent. With its rich descriptions of nature, science, and the diverse landscapes of India, it's a must-read for those interested in geography, earth sciences, and the mesmerizing beauty of the Asian continent.

This book is an excellent example of the Victorian travel story written by an Englishmen about the colonial society of India. The author tells about his encounters with different sorts of people, like a government secretary, a political agent, a planter, a villager, a civil surgeon, a shikar, a raja, etc.

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