Edward Hamilton Aitken

Broschiertes Buch

Concerning Animals and Other Matters

Beschreibung

"Concerning Animals and Other Matters" by E.H. Aitken offers a captivating glimpse into India's social life and customs through keen observations of its animal inhabitants and the world they occupy. Aitken's work, meticulously prepared for print republication, provides a window into a bygone era, exploring the intricate relationship between nature and society in the Indian subcontinent. This insightful volume delves into the customs and traditions of India, examining them through the lens of its diverse animal population. More than just a travelogue, this book offers a unique perspective on the region's history and geography, presenting a timeless portrait of India. Readers interested in animals, travel, and the social sciences will find this a compelling exploration of a fascinating land. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Edward Hamilton Aitken (1851-1909), also known by the pseudonym EHA, was a Scottish-born civil servant in India, whose literary work largely reflects his love for the natural world. Aitken spent much of his professional life under the employ of the British Empire within India's customs department, which facilitated his opportunity to observe and write about the region's flora and fauna with wit and scholarship. His literary style combines humor with keen observation, making his nature writings both informative and entertaining. Among his publications, 'Concerning Animals and Other Matters' stands out as a prime example of his ability to weave scientific information with personal anecdotes, reflecting on the behaviors and characteristics of various animals Aitken encountered in India. His work remains a touchstone for colonial-period nature writing and is valuable to both literary enthusiasts and naturalists for its vivid recounting of Indian wildlife at the turn of the century. Posthumously, Aitken's writings continue to be appreciated for their detailed descriptive quality and his contribution to early environmental literature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 132
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 195g
• ISBN-13: 9781023049252
• ISBN-10: 1023049252
• Artikelnr.: 74201047